Sanskrit Vocabulary Quiz

In Sanskrit, the word 'angaNa' (अङ्गण) means a field, open space, or courtyard. It does not mean city, body parts, or the planet Mars. The word is commonly used to refer to an open area or field.

The Sanskrit word 'ansha' (अंश) means a part, portion, or fragment. It is commonly used to denote a component or share of something larger. Options like age, brightness, and cold do not match this meaning.

In Sanskrit, 'bramara' (ब्रमर) refers to a bee. It is not associated with houseflies, eyes, or imagination. The word specifically denotes the insect known for producing honey and pollinating flowers.

The Sanskrit word 'nishchalam' (निश्चलं) means stable, steady, or firm. While it can be used in contexts involving mountains or things that don't move, the primary meaning is stability or steadiness rather than specifically a mountain, horse stable, or immovable objects.

In Sanskrit, 'deergha' (दीर्घ) means long, elongated, or extended. While it can imply continuity, the primary meaning is length or duration without interruption. It does not mean good or refer to the animal deer.

In Sanskrit, 'kushala' (कुशल) means skilled, expert, or in a good/healthy state. While it can relate to health, the primary meaning is being in a good state or condition, not specifically temperature or contentment.

The Sanskrit word 'hindolam' (हिन्दोलं) refers to swinging, oscillating, or rocking motion. It does not mean spring, sing, or king. The term is related to movement, specifically back-and-forth or swinging motion.

In Sanskrit, 'akarma' (अकर्म) means inaction, non-action, or absence of action. The prefix 'a-' negates 'karma' (action), so it literally means 'not action.' It does not mean nuisance, kurma (tortoise), or refer to the tortoise incarnation of Vishnu.

The Sanskrit word 'achalam' (अचलं) means immovable, firm, or mountain-like. While it is often used to describe mountains due to their immovable nature, the primary meaning is immovable or unshakeable. The option 'mountain' is correct as it represents the most common metaphorical use.

The Sanskrit word 'aahuthi' (also spelled 'ahuti') means an offering made into fire, typically in a Vedic ritual context. It refers to the act of pouring ghee or other offerings into a sacred fire during yajna ceremonies. The other options are incorrect interpretations of the term.

The Sanskrit prefix 'su-' (also 'sub-') denotes goodness, excellence, or abundance. It appears in words like 'sukha' (happiness), 'sudha' (nectar), and 'supatra' (good leaf). 'What', 'within', and 'along' are meanings associated with other Sanskrit prefixes.

The Sanskrit word 'agni' means fire, both as the physical element and as a deity representing fire in Vedic traditions. Agni is central to Vedic rituals and is considered the mediator between gods and humans. 'Missile', 'launch', and 'attack' are incorrect meanings.

The Sanskrit word 'nakshatra' refers to both stars and constellations in Indian astronomy. It represents the lunar mansions or stellar constellations used in the traditional calendar system. 'Ear studs' and 'jewellery' are incorrect; while nakshatra can be used in jewellery names, the word itself refers to celestial bodies.