Hindi Word · Intermediate
हेतु
cause, reason (that which causes)
Pronunciation: /ɦeː.t̪uː/
Meaning
cause, reason (that which causes)
Example
किन्तु हत्या का हेतु क्या था?
But what was the motive for the killing?
Practice tips
- Practice हेतु out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Hindi word is for intermediate-level learners.