Hindi Fractions
Master the unique Hindi system for fractions used in daily life, markets, and time telling.
Using Fractions in Daily Life
Hindi has specific words for common fractions that are used extensively in shopping, cooking, and telling time. For example, 1:30 is often called "Dedh" (1.5) in context of quantity, but "Dedh baje" for time.
Time Telling
Fractions are crucial for telling time.
- Sava (1.25) is used for "quarter past" (e.g., Sava do = 2:15).
- Pauna (0.75) is used for "quarter to" (e.g., Paune teen = 2:45).
- Saadhe (half) is used for "half past" (e.g., Saadhe chaar = 4:30).
Frequently Asked Questions
How are fractions expressed in Hindi?▶
Hindi fractions use words like "aadha" (half), "chautha" (quarter), and "tisra" (third) for common fractional values.
What is half called in Hindi?▶
Half is called "Aadha" (आधा) in Hindi, one of the most commonly used fractions in daily conversation.
Are decimal numbers covered?▶
Yes, we include decimal terminology and how to express percentages and decimal fractions in Hindi.
Can I use fractions for cooking measurements?▶
Absolutely, Hindi fractions are essential for cooking recipes, baking, and understanding Indian measurement systems.
Are mathematical terms included?▶
Yes, we cover basic mathematical fraction terminology useful for academic and practical applications in Hindi.