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अंतरिक्ष — meaning in English: space
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जिज्ञासा
jijnaasa
खुशी
khushi
अंतरिक्ष
antarikṣ
तात्कालिक
taatkaalik
संपूर्ण
sampoorna
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers often use 'अंतरिक्ष' in discussions about astronomy, science fiction, or in educational contexts like schools and universities. For example, you might hear it in a conversation about satellite launches or while debating the possibility of life on other planets during a science class.
Synonyms & nuances
While 'अंतरिक्ष' refers specifically to the physical space beyond Earth, another term 'आकाश' (ākāśa) more generally denotes the sky or atmosphere. You would choose 'अंतरिक्ष' when discussing outer space in a scientific context, whereas 'आकाश' might be used poetically or to describe the sky in everyday conversation.
Culture
'अंतरिक्ष' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'आकाश' (ākāśa), meaning sky or space, but has evolved to specifically refer to the vast expanse beyond Earth's atmosphere. This word is not only scientific but also deeply rooted in Indian mythology, where the cosmos is often depicted as a realm of deities and celestial beings, reflecting the cultural significance of the universe in Indian thought.
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