Qui Vive: Meaning in Hindi & English

What is “Qui Vive”?

“Qui Vive” is an idiom that means to be alert or keep watchful. It originated from French and was used as a military command to keep soldiers on the lookout for danger or unexpected attacks.

Usage of “Qui Vive”?

“Qui Vive” can be used to tell someone to be alert and keep watchful, especially in situations where there may be danger or unexpected events. It can also be used figuratively to suggest being alert and aware in everyday situations.

Examples of “Qui Vive” in a sentence in English and Its meaning in Hindi:

1. “As we walk through this dark alley, stay on qui vive for any suspicious activity.” (हम इस अंधेरी गली से जाते हैं, किसी भी संदिग्ध गतिविधि के लिए पूर्णतया चौकस रहें।)
2. “With so much uncertainty in the world today, it’s important for everyone to be on qui vive.” (आज दुनिया में इतनी अनिश्चितता होने के साथ, हर किसी के लिए चौकस रहना महत्वपूर्ण है।)
3. “The police officer told the neighborhood watch to be on qui vive for any suspicious activity.” (पुलिस अधिकारी ने आसपासी निवासियों को बताया कि किसी भी संदिग्ध गतिविधि के लिए चौकस रहें।)

Translating “Qui Vive” into Hindi

In Hindi, the literal meaning of the equivalent phrase for “Qui Vive” is “सतर्क रहना” (satarak rahna), which means to stay alert. This phrase can be used in a similar context to “Qui Vive.”

हिंदी में, “Qui Vive” के समकक्ष वाक्यांश का शब्दशः अर्थ “सतर्क रहना” है, जो सतर्क रहना का अर्थ होता है। इस वाक्यांश का आधार में भी “Qui Vive” के समान परिस्थितियों में इस्तेमाल किया जा सकता है।