Which of the following words is a 'tatsam' (Sanskrit origin) word?

Appeared in: DSSSB October 2024

Explanation

'Sukh' is identified as a 'Tatsam' word.
Tatsam words are words that are borrowed directly from the Sanskrit language and used in Hindi without any spelling or pronunciation changes.
The word 'Sukh', which means happiness or comfort, is used in both Sanskrit and Hindi in its identical form, making it a Tatsam word.

Option A: 'Chauda' is a 'Tadbhav' word, not a Tatsam word. It is a modified form of a Sanskrit word.
Option B: 'Aansu' is a 'Tadbhav' word. It has evolved from its original Sanskrit root and is not used in its pure form.
Option C: 'Khal' is a 'Tadbhav' word meaning skin or hide. The direct Sanskrit (Tatsam) word for skin is 'Charma'.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Identification of Tatsam (Sanskrit origin) words in Hindi grammar as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question is from the General Hindi section, which is a part of many nursing recruitment examinations.
A strong command of grammar, including the origin of words (Tatsam/Tadbhav), is essential for scoring high in the language proficiency sections of these competitive exams.
Developing good language and comprehension skills is fundamental for effective communication, a critical competency for all healthcare professionals.

How to Approach the Question

First, understand the term 'Tatsam'. It refers to words taken directly from Sanskrit into Hindi without any changes.
Examine each option to determine its origin.
Consider 'Chauda'. This is the common Hindi word for 'fourteen'. The Sanskrit word is 'Chaturdash'. Since it has changed, it is a Tadbhav word.
Consider 'Aansu'. This is the common word for 'tear'. The more formal, Sanskrit-based word is 'Ashru'. Since it has changed, it is a Tadbhav word.
Consider 'Khal'. This means 'skin'. The pure Sanskrit word is 'Charma'. Therefore, 'Khal' is a Tadbhav word.
Consider 'Sukh'. This word for 'happiness' is used in its current form in both ancient Sanskrit texts and modern Hindi. It has not been modified.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Identification of Tatsam (Sanskrit origin) words in Hindi grammar.
Stem keywords: tatsam, word, Sanskrit origin
Lead-in keywords: Which
Negative lead-in flag: false

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