Hindi · Travel & Places
रेलगाड़ी
relgadi
Train
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
A connected line of carriages that runs on rails.
Example
रेलगाड़ी दो घंटे लेट है।
The train is two hours late.
Etymology
'रेलगाड़ी' (relgadi) combines 'रेल' (rail) and 'गाड़ी' (vehicle) to describe a train. The term reflects advancements in transportation during the British colonial period when railways developed extensively in India.
How & Where It’s Used
'रेलगाड़ी' is used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in spoken discussions about travel. It is universally recognized across India.