Intermediate Emotions & Feelings

Jealous

/ˈdʒɛləs/ adjective

Meaning

feeling envious of someone else's advantages or success

हिंदी मेंईर्ष्या करना, जलन होना

Example Sentences

“He felt jealous when his friend got a new phone.”

दोस्त का नया फ़ोन देखकर उसे जलन हुई।

⚠ Common Mistake

Not "jealous from" — the correct preposition is "jealous OF" someone.

Good to Know

Synonyms
envious, resentful
Antonyms
content, satisfied

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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