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एका

adjective

एका meaning in English

alone; solitary; single

Detailed Explanation

A Hindi adjective derived from the Sanskrit 'eka' (one), used to describe a state of being alone, solitary, or singular. In Indian English contexts, it is often used to emphasize isolation, uniqueness, or the singular nature of a subject, particularly in literary or formal speech.

📝 Cultural Context

While 'एक' (ek) is the standard Hindi word for 'one', 'एका' (eka) is a more literary or archaic form often found in poetry and formal prose. In Indian English, it may be used to convey a sense of dignified solitude or uniqueness rather than mere loneliness.

उदाहरण वाक्य

वह एका था।
He was alone.
उसका एका जीवन था।
He led a solitary life.

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