detective
intermediateB1/dɪˈtɛktɪv/ · de-tec-tive
A person whose occupation is to investigate and solve crimes.
Meanings
A person whose occupation is to investigate and solve crimes.
ایک شخص جس کا پیشہ جرائم کی تحقیقات کرنا اور حل کرنا ہے۔
تفتیشی
tafteeshi
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- private detective
- detective story
- detective agency
Example Sentences
The detective solved the case after a thorough investigation.
تفتیشی نے مکمل تحقیقات کے بعد کیس حل کیا۔
Tafteeshi ne mukammal tehqiqat ke baad case hal kiya.
She always wanted to be a detective since she loved mysteries.
اس نے ہمیشہ ایک تفتیشی بننے کی خواہش کی کیونکہ اسے معما پسند تھے۔
Us ne hamesha aik tafteeshi banne ki khwahish ki kyunke use muamma pasand the.
The detective gathered clues to piece together the story.
تفتیشی نے کہانی کو جوڑنے کے لئے سراغ جمع کیے۔
Tafteeshi ne kahani ko jodne ke liye suraagh jama kiye.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a detective as someone who detects clues.
Imagine a detective with a magnifying glass searching for evidence.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
کیا ہے راز یہاں، میں نے کہاں جانا، تفتیشی ہے، نہ ہو خوشبو کا علم ساتھی
Kya hai raaz yahaan, main ne kahan jaana, tafteeshi hai, na ho khushbu ka ilm saathi
What is the secret here, where should I go, the detective is there, unaware of the scent, my companion
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
گنجی کو بھی ٹیڑھی لکیریں اچھی لگتی ہیں
Ganjhi ko bhi tedhi lakeeren achi lagti hain
Even a bald person likes crooked lines.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "detegere" — to uncover
First known use: 19th century
The term 'detective' originated from the Latin word 'detegere' which means 'to uncover'. It has evolved over time to refer specifically to individuals who investigate crimes or hidden information.