idiom B2 American English origin hit the books /hɪt ðə bʊks/ · hit thuh books کتابیں پڑھنامطالعہ کرناپڑھائی میں لگ جانا Roman Urdu: kitabein parhna ENGLISH MEANING To study hard, especially for an exam. The idiom means to devote serious time and effort to studying. It is used when someone needs to prepare intensively, like[...]
noun B1 Middle English origin ripple /ˈrɪpəl/ · RIP-əl لہرچھوٹی لہرپانی کی ہلکی سرکتی Roman Urdu: Lahar ENGLISH MEANING A small wave or a series of tiny waves spreading outward. A ripple is a minor, gentle wave that radiates from a point where something has disturbed the surface, such as a stone dropped in water.[...]
noun B2 Arabic origin saffron /ˈsæfrən/ · SAFF-ruhn زعفرانکستوریپیلا مصالحہ Roman Urdu: zaafraan ENGLISH MEANING A bright orange‑red spice from the dried stigmas of the crocus flower. Saffron is the dried stigma of the Crocus sativus flower, known for its vivid orange‑red colour, distinct aroma, and strong flavour. It is used in cooking, medicine and[...]
noun B2 Latin origin fidelity /fəˈdɛlɪti/ · fu-DEL-i-tee وفاداریسچائیایمانداری Roman Urdu: Wafadari ENGLISH MEANING The quality of being faithful or loyal. Fidelity refers to steadfast loyalty, reliability, or accuracy, especially in relationships, commitments, or reproductions. It is often used to describe a person's loyalty to a cause or the exactness of a replica. The nuance[...]
noun B2 Latin origin lucidity /luːˈsɪdɪti/ · loo-SID-i-tee وضاحتشفافیتروشن خیالی Roman Urdu: Wazahat ENGLISH MEANING The quality of being clear and easy to understand. Lucidity refers to mental clarity or the clearness of expression. It is used when thoughts, writing, or speech are free from confusion. The word often highlights a moment when everything suddenly[...]
adjective B2 British English (slang) origin gobsmacked /ˈɡɒbˌsmækt/ · GOB-smakt حیرانمتجسسپریشان Roman Urdu: hairaan ENGLISH MEANING extremely surprised or amazed Gobsmacked describes a feeling of sudden, intense surprise that leaves you almost speechless. It is informal and often used when something unexpected has a strong impact. The word adds dramatic flair to everyday conversation. اردو[...]
noun C1 French origin raconteur /ˌræ.kɒnˈtɜːr/ · ra-KON-tur قصے کارحکایتی شخصراوی Roman Urdu: Qissa‑gar ENGLISH MEANING A person who tells amusing or skillful stories. A raconteur captivates listeners with vivid, entertaining anecdotes. The word implies charm, wit, and a talent for making ordinary events sound fascinating. It is often used to praise someone's oral storytelling[...]
adjective B2 Greek via Latin origin cathartic /kəˈθɑːrtɪk/ · kuh-THAR-tik شفا بخشتطہیر بخشپرسکون Roman Urdu: shafa bakhsh ENGLISH MEANING Providing psychological relief or emotional purification. Cathartic describes something that releases strong emotions, giving a sense of relief after tension or sadness. It is often used for books, movies, or experiences that help people process feelings.[...]
noun B2 Greek origin enigma /ɪˈnɪɡmə/ · ih-NIG-muh معمہپہیلیپریشانی Roman Urdu: ma'ima ENGLISH MEANING A puzzling or mysterious person, thing, or situation. An enigma is something that is difficult to understand or explain, often because it is obscure or has hidden meanings. It is used to describe a situation, object, or individual that leaves people[...]
noun B2 Latin origin soliloquy /səˈlɪl.ə.kwi/ · suh-LIL-uh-kwee خود کلامیتنہائی میں گفتگوآئینے میں خود سے بات Roman Urdu: khud kalami ENGLISH MEANING A speech a person delivers to themselves when alone. A soliloquy is a dramatic monologue where a character speaks his or her thoughts aloud, often unheard by other characters. It reveals inner feelings,[...]