self-determination
intermediateB2/sɛlfˌdɪtərˈmɪneɪʃən/ · self-de-ter-mi-na-tion
The right or ability of a person or a group to make their own choices and govern themselves.
Meanings
The right or ability of a person or a group to make their own choices and govern themselves.
کسی شخص یا گروہ کا اپنے انتخاب کرنے اور خود کو حکومت کرنے کا حق یا صلاحیت۔
خود مختاری
khud makhtari
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Common Collocations
- right of self-determination
- self-determination of nations
- exercise self-determination
Example Sentences
The people sought self-determination after years of oppression.
لوگوں نے ظلم کے کئی سالوں کے بعد خود مختاری کا حصول کیا۔
Logon ne zulm ke kai saalon ke baad khud makhtari ka hasil kiya.
Self-determination is essential for genuine democracy.
خود مختاری حقیقی جمہوریت کے لیے ضروری ہے۔
Khud makhtari haqeeqi jamhooriyat ke liye zaroori hai.
Many nations have fought for their right to self-determination.
بہت سے قوموں نے خود مختاری کے حق کے لیے جدوجہد کی ہے۔
Bohat se qomon ne khud makhtari ke haq ke liye jidd-o-jehad ki hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'self' as your own choices and 'determination' as being resolute.
Imagine a person standing at a crossroads, confidently choosing their own path.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
پہلی کوشش کامیابی کی بنیاد ہوتی ہے
pehli koshish kamiyabi ki buniyad hoti hai
The first effort is the foundation of success.
📖 Etymology
Origin: English "self-determination" — the process by which a person or group can make their own decisions
First known use: 1916
The term gained popularity during the 20th century, particularly in the contexts of colonialism and national liberation movements.