🇮🇳 Hindi phrases

How to Say "I don't understand" in Hindi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
मुझे समझ नहीं आता
"I don't understand" in Hindi · say it like muh-jeh samajh nahin aata

The most natural way to say "I don't understand" in Hindi is मुझे समझ नहीं आता. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

मुझे समझ नहीं आई
used when referring to something feminine
मैं नहीं समझा
used by males in a casual context

When to use it

Use this phrase when someone explains something and you are confused. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's a polite way to express that you need clarification.

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Examples in Hindi

HindiEnglish
आपकी बात मुझे समझ नहीं आतीI do not understand what you are saying
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the gender of the subject, leading to incorrect verb forms.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear मुझे समझ नहीं आता, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hindi with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

How can I ask someone to explain again?

You can say 'कृपया फिर से समझाइए' which means 'Please explain again'.

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