Improve Your Sanskrit Vocabulary - C Rama Devi

We come across a number of Sanskrit words in our daily life.  More often than not, we might like to know the correct meaning of such words.  Here is a small exercise for you to test your knowledge of such words.

1. Aadharvanikaha: a) a person who has studied all vedas b) well-versed person c) raja guru d) none e) a brahmin who has studied Athrva Veda.

2. Gardabha: a) an ass b) a horse c) horse rider d) melodious e) a house.

3. Chamchaha: a) rice b) stuffed curry c) a basket d) a sweet dish e) an oily food.

4. Dantyam: a) mental b) cruel c) sea d) dental e) moon.

5. Dhanvam: a) a sword b) a bow c) a shield d) a soldier e) a warrier.

Meanings and explanations

1. Aaadarvanikaha: means a brahmin who has studied Athrva Veda.

2. Gardabha: means belonging to an ass or coking from an ass.

3. Chamchaha: means a basket.

4. Dantyam: means dental, any thing regarding teeth.

5. Dhanvam: means a bow

6. Garvaataha: means a watch-man, door-keeper.

Answers

1. e 2. a 3. c 4. d 5. b 

Ratings of Your Score

9-11: Fair;

12-15: Good;

16 and above: Excellent

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