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वापस — meaning in English: Back
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आठ
aath
होटल
hoṭal
निवास
nivās
वापस
vapas
सहायता
sahāyatā
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'वापस' when referring to returning to a previous location or state, such as saying, 'I am going back home' (मैं घर वापस जा रहा हूँ). It is also common in contexts discussing returning items, like when someone asks if they can return a borrowed book.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'पीछे' (peeche), which means 'behind.' While 'पीछे' suggests a physical position or direction, 'वापस' emphasizes the act of returning to a prior state or place, making it the preferred choice when discussing returning in a broader sense.
Culture
'वापस' has roots in Sanskrit, where it also denoted the concept of return. In Indian culture, the idea of 'going back' holds emotional weight, as it connects to familial ties and the notion of returning to one's roots or home, especially during festivals and family gatherings.
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