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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 Saamana (सामना), which means Match or Contest in Marathi. Pronounced saa-maa-naa, this word is often used to describe sports matches, competitions, or any kind of contest. Understanding Saamana will help you engage in conversations about sports, debates, or even challenges in Marathi.

Word breakdown: 

सामना
Pronunciation: (saa-maa-naa)
Meaning: Match, Contest, Competition

Where to use it:

You can use Saamana when talking about a sports game, competition, or even a face-off between two opponents. It’s applicable in both formal and informal settings, making it a versatile word for competitive contexts.

5 Usage sentences: 

• आज आपला क्रिकेट सामना आहे.
  (Aaj apla cricket saamana aahe.) – Today we have a cricket match.

• तुम्ही कालचा सामना पाहिला का?
  (Tumhi kaalcha saamana pahila ka?) – Did you watch yesterday's match?

• सामना खूप रोमांचक होता.
  (Saamana khup romanchak hota.) – The match was very exciting.

• शेवटच्या क्षणी सामन्याचा निकाल लागला.
  (Shewatchya kshani saamnayacha nikal lagla.) – The match result was decided at the last moment.

• हा सामना जिंकण्यासाठी कठोर मेहनत करावी लागेल.
  (Ha saamana jinkanyasathi kathor mehnat karavi lagel.) – We’ll have to work hard to win this match.

Did you know?

In Marathi, Saamana is not just limited to sports—it can be used to describe any kind of contest or competition, including debates, intellectual challenges, or even personal struggles. It’s a great word to use in various competitive or confrontational contexts.

Tip of the day:

Try using Saamana to describe not just physical competitions like sports matches but also any type of challenge or conflict you come across. It will give your conversations a broader scope and help you sound more fluent in Marathi.

In formal contexts, you can use:

• आंतरराष्ट्रीय सामना (Antarashtriya saamana) – International match
  This is useful when discussing higher-level competitions, such as international sports events or prestigious contests.

Your practice challenge:

Whenever you watch a match or hear about a contest today, use the word Saamana to describe it.

You can also talk about personal challenges or debates using this word, helping integrate it into your daily conversations.

With love,
Nikhil