Phrasal Verb: Drop out
English Meaning: Leave school without finishing; be interrupted momentarily
Hindi Meaning: छोड़ देना (पढ़ाई); रुकावट
The phrasal verb “drop out” is used when someone leaves an educational course or institution before completing it. It can also refer to someone or something being interrupted or disconnected temporarily, especially in a conversation or signal.
What Does “Drop Out” Mean?
“Drop out” means:
- To leave school, college, or a course before completion
→ जैसे कि किसी ने पढ़ाई बीच में ही छोड़ दी - To suddenly stop functioning or get disconnected
→ जैसे कि नेटवर्क या बातचीत अचानक बंद हो जाना
In Hindi:
- “छोड़ देना (पढ़ाई)”
- “रुकावट” / “डिसकनेक्ट होना”
How to Use “Drop Out” in Sentences
Example 1: He dropped out of college in his second year.
Hindi: उसने दूसरे साल में कॉलेज छोड़ दिया।
Example 2: Many students drop out due to financial issues.
Hindi: बहुत से छात्र आर्थिक कारणों से पढ़ाई छोड़ देते हैं।
Example 3: The call dropped out suddenly.
Hindi: कॉल अचानक कट गई।
Example 4: My internet keeps dropping out during meetings.
Hindi: मीटिंग के दौरान मेरा इंटरनेट बार-बार डिसकनेक्ट हो रहा है।
Example 5: She doesn’t want to drop out, but her health is getting worse.
Hindi: वह पढ़ाई छोड़ना नहीं चाहती, लेकिन उसकी तबीयत बिगड़ रही है।
Common Mistakes When Using “Drop Out”
Incorrect: He dropout from the school.
Correct: He dropped out of the school.
(Use past tense form and correct preposition)
Incorrect: My connection drop out yesterday. Correct: My connection dropped out yesterday.
(Always conjugate correctly depending on tense)
Questions for Test
- What does “drop out” mean in the context of education?
- Translate: “He dropped out in the final semester.”
- How can “drop out” be used for internet or calls?
- What is the past tense of “drop out”?
- Use “drop out” in a sentence about online meetings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is “drop out” always about school?
No. It can also be used for calls, connections, or programs that suddenly stop.
Can you use “drop out” as a noun?
Yes! “Dropout” (one word) is a noun, meaning a person who has dropped out.
Example: He is a college dropout.
Is “drop out” formal or informal?
It is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
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