Word of the Day: Epoch

Ravi: Hey everyone, do you know what the word "epoch" means?

Simran: Epoch? That sounds like an important term. What does it mean?

Ali: I think it refers to a significant period in history or someone's life.

Ravi: Exactly! An epoch is a notable period in history or a person's life. In Hindi, it means युग या काल।

Meaning and Pronunciation (अर्थ और उच्चारण)

Pronunciation: /ˈiːpɒk/ or /ˈɛpək/

Meaning: A particular period of time in history or a person's life, usually marked by notable events or changes.

History and Etymology (इतिहास और व्युत्पत्ति)

Ravi: The word "epoch" first appeared in the early 17th century. It comes from the Medieval Latin term "epocha," derived from the Greek word "epochē," meaning "a point in time." The Greek term "epochē" itself comes from "epechein," which means "to pause" or "to hold back."

Synonyms (समानार्थी शब्द)

• Era (युग)
• Period (अवधि)
• Age (काल)
• Time (समय)

Antonyms (विलोम शब्द)

• Moment (क्षण)
• Instant (तुरंत)
• Second (दूसरा)

Examples (उदाहरण)

Simran: Can you give us some examples?

Ravi: Sure!

English: The Victorian epoch was known for its strict social norms and rapid industrialization.

Hindi: विक्टोरियन युग अपने सख्त सामाजिक मानदंडों और तेजी से औद्योगीकरण के लिए जाना जाता था।

English: The discovery of electricity marked a new epoch in human history.

Hindi: बिजली की खोज ने मानव इतिहास में एक नया युग चिह्नित किया।

English: The Renaissance epoch brought about significant advancements in art and science.

Hindi: पुनर्जागरण युग ने कला और विज्ञान में महत्वपूर्ण प्रगति की।

Interactive Quiz (इंटरएक्टिव क्विज़)

1. What does 'epoch' mean?

A brief moment in time A notable period in history or a person's life A type of food

2. Which of the following is a synonym for 'epoch'?

Second Era Instant

3. The Renaissance ________ brought significant advancements in art and science.

moment epoch second