Hindi Word · Intermediate
संतरी
sentry, guard, watchman
Pronunciation: /sən.t̪ɾiː/
Meaning
sentry, guard, watchman
Example
परबत वो सबसे ऊँचा, हमसाया आसमाँ का। वो संतरी हमारा, वो पासबाँ हमारा॥ parbat vo sabse ū̃cā, hamsāyā āsmā̃ kā.
The highest mountain he [Himalaya] is, the neighbour of the sky; he is our sentry, he is our guard.
Practice tips
- Practice संतरी 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.