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Learn new Marathi word, its meaning, and how you can use it in everyday conversations.

Word of the day:

Today’s word is Prayatna (प्रयत्न), which means Effort or Attempt in Marathi. Pronounced pra-yat-na, this word is ideal for conversations about hard work, determination, and trying your best. Mastering Prayatna will help you talk about striving toward goals in Marathi.

Word breakdown: 

प्रयत्न
Pronunciation: (pra-yat-na)
Meaning: Effort, Attempt

Where to use it:

Use Prayatna when discussing efforts to achieve something, encouragement to keep trying, or reflecting on how much effort was put into a task. It’s a motivational word that adds depth to conversations about perseverance.

5 Usage sentences: 

• तुझा प्रयत्न खूप चांगला होता.
  (Tuzha prayatna khup changla hota.) – Your effort was very good.

• त्यांनी परीक्षेत उत्तम गुण मिळवण्यासाठी प्रयत्न केला.
  (Tyanni parikshet uttam gun milvanyasathi prayatna kela.) – They made an effort to score well in the exam.

• प्रयत्न केल्याशिवाय यश मिळत नाही.
  (Prayatna kelyashivay yash milat nahi.) – Success doesn’t come without effort.

• तुम्हाला आणखी प्रयत्न करायला हवा.
  (Tumhala anki prayatna karayla hava.) – You need to put in more effort.

• आपण नेहमी चांगल्या गोष्टींसाठी प्रयत्न केला पाहिजे.
  (Aapan nehmi changlya goshtinsathi prayatna kela pahije.) – We should always strive for good things.

Did you know?

In Marathi culture, effort and perseverance are highly valued traits. The phrase "प्रयत्नांत परमेश्वर आहे" (Prayatnant Parameshwar aahe) translates to "God is in the effort," emphasizing that consistent attempts often lead to success.

Tip of the day:

Incorporate Prayatna when discussing achievements or setting goals. It’s a versatile word that highlights the importance of hard work and dedication in any conversation.

Combine Prayatna with related words to express specific contexts:

• प्रयत्नशील व्यक्ती (Prayatnasheel vyakti) – A hardworking person

• प्रयत्नाचा परिणाम (Prayatnacha parinam) – The result of effort

This will help you craft more meaningful and motivational sentences in Marathi.

Your practice challenge:

Today, reflect on something you’ve been striving for and describe your efforts using Prayatna.

Encourage someone else by using this word in a sentence. Share your stories of hard work and inspire others!

With love,
Nikhil