pretend

adjective

Not real; made up in your imagination.

verb

To act like something is real when it is not.
To make believe or imagine something is true.
To pretend to be someone or something else.
To play a role in a game or story.

Word Explanation:

Pretend means to imagine or act like something is true, even if it isn't. For example, when you play house and pretend to be a parent.

Word in hindi

pretend in हिंदी

pretend in hindi

Other variations in hindi

नाटक करना naatak karna
बनावटी banaavti

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'pretend' mean?

To pretend means to act like something is true when it is not. For example, if you pretend to be a superhero, you are using your imagination to act like one.

How do you pronounce 'pretend'?

You say 'pretend' like this: pre-tend. The first part sounds like 'pre' in 'prepare' and the second part sounds like 'tend' in 'tender'.

What is the origin of the word 'pretend'?

The word 'pretend' comes from the Latin word 'praetendere', which means 'to stretch forth' or 'to claim'. It has been used in English since the 14th century.

What is the meaning of 'pretend' in Hindi?

The word 'pretend' in Hindi is 'नाटक करना' (Nāṭak karnā).