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situation

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/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/ · sit-u-a-tion

A set of circumstances in which one finds oneself; a condition or state of affairs.

Meanings

nounformal

A set of circumstances in which one finds oneself; a condition or state of affairs.

ایسی حالت جس میں کوئی شخص خود کو پاتا ہے؛ حالات یا صورت حال کا ایک مجموعہ۔

صورت حال

soorat haal

Synonyms

conditionstatecircumstanceحالتصورتحالاحوال

Antonyms

solutionremedyimprovementحلدوابہتری

Common Collocations

  • critical situation
  • stressful situation
  • unique situation

Example Sentences

The situation at the workplace has become increasingly challenging.

کام کی جگہ پر صورت حال روز بروز مشکل ہوتی جا رہی ہے۔

Kaam ki jagah par soorat haal roz baroz mushkil hoti ja rahi hai.

In a crisis situation, quick decisions are essential.

بحران کی صورت حال میں فوری فیصلے ضروری ہیں۔

Bohraan ki soorat haal mein fori faislay zaroori hain.

Her situation improved after she moved to a new city.

اس کی حالت اس وقت بہتر ہوئی جب وہ نئے شہر میں منتقل ہوئی۔

Us ki haalath is waqt behtar hui jab woh naye sheher mein muntakil hui.

Easily Confused With

situation vs. location:While 'situation' refers to the set of circumstances, 'location' pertains to a specific place.

Word Family

situate
verbمقام دینا
situational
adjectiveحالت سے متعلق

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'situation' as your 'suit' in a game of chess, defining your position.

Picture a chess board with different scenarios unfolding.

🗣️ Urdu Proverb

جب تک زمین ہے، صورت حال بھی رہے گی

Jab tak zameen hai, soorat haal bhi rahe gi.

As long as there is land, there will be situations.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Latin "situatio" — a placing, position

First known use: 16th century

The term 'situation' has evolved from its Latin roots, where it was used to denote a physical location or condition to a broader meaning encompassing circumstances or conditions over time.