Hindi · Emotions & Feelings
उम्मीद
ummeed
Hope
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
The feeling of wanting something to happen.
Example
मुझे उम्मीद है कि कल धूप होगी।
I hope it will be sunny tomorrow.
Etymology
'उम्मीद' (ummeed) comes from the Arabic word 'أمل' (amal), meaning 'hope'. The term has been integrated into Hindi through Urdu and showcases cultural interchange between diverse linguistic traditions.
How & Where It’s Used
'उम्मीद' is used in both formal and informal contexts across spoken and written forms. It is widely recognized in various regions of India and often appears in discussions related to optimism and aspiration.