Put In – Meaning in Hindi, Usage, and Examples

Phrasal Verb: Put in
English Meaning: Enter a pot; invest effort
Hindi Meaning: डालना; प्रयास करना

The phrasal verb “put in” is commonly used in two main ways — physically placing something inside, or devoting time, money, or effort into something. It’s a versatile expression in English.

In Hindi:
किसी चीज़ को अंदर रखना या मेहनत/समय लगाना

What Does “Put In” Mean?

1. To place something inside a container or space
2. To contribute or invest (time, money, effort)
3. To officially submit something (like an application or request)

How to Use “Put In” in Sentences

Example 1: She put in the vegetables into the pot.
Hindi: उसने सब्जियाँ बर्तन में डालीं।

Example 2: He put in a lot of hard work to pass the exam.
Hindi: उसने परीक्षा पास करने के लिए बहुत मेहनत की।

Example 3: I put in a request for leave yesterday.
Hindi: मैंने कल छुट्टी की अर्जी दी।

Example 4: The team put in extra hours to finish the project.
Hindi: टीम ने प्रोजेक्ट पूरा करने के लिए अतिरिक्त समय लगाया।

Example 5: Don’t forget to put in the sugar before boiling.
Hindi: उबालने से पहले चीनी डालना मत भूलना।

Common Mistakes When Using “Put In”

Incorrect: I putted in some effort.
Correct: I put in some effort.
(“Put” is an irregular verb — past tense is also put.)

Incorrect: He puts ined salt in the soup.
Correct: He put in salt in the soup.

Questions for Test

1. What does “put in” mean when related to time?
2. Translate: “They put in the files yesterday.”
3. Fill in the blank: “She ______ a lot of effort to win.”
4. Can “put in” be used with applications or requests?
5. Use “put in” in a sentence related to cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can “put in” be used for both physical and abstract things?
Yes. You can put in vegetables (physical) or put in time/effort (abstract).

Is “put in” separable?
Yes, depending on the context. Example:

• Put the keys in the drawer.
• He put in a request.

Is it okay to use “put in” in formal writing?
Yes, especially when referring to effort or submissions (like requests, proposals, applications).