philatelist meaning in Hindi

philatelist in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the correct one-word substitute for:
   A person who loves and collects stamps

   APhilatelistBNumismatistCBibliophileDCollector
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Philatelist

   "Philatelist" is the correct one-word substitute for a person who collects and studies postage stamps. Numismatist = collector of coins and currency; Bibliophile = lover/collector of books; Collector is a general term, not specific to stamps.

2. SSC MTS 2025 One Word Substitution

   Choose the most suitable one-word substitution for the following.
   A person who collects stamps.

   ANumismatistBPhilatelistCCollectorDCurator
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Philatelist

   Correct Answer: Philatelist (Option 2)
   'Philatelist' is a person who collects and studies postage stamps and related items. It comes from Greek: philos (loving) + ateleia (exemption from tax — related to stamps).
   Why the other options are wrong:
   Option 1 - 'Numismatist' is a person who collects and studies coins, medals, and banknotes — not stamps.
   Option 3 - 'Collector' is a general term for anyone who collects things; it is not the specific one-word substitution.
   Option 4 - 'Curator' is a person who manages or looks after a collection in a museum or gallery — not a stamp collector.

3. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the one which can be substituted for the given sentence.
   A person who collects and studies stamps

   APhilatelistBNumismatistCArchivistDPaleographer
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Philatelist

   Meaning: philatelist = a person who collects and studies postage stamps *(डाक-टिकट संग्राहक)*.
   The stem is the dictionary definition itself — collects and studies stamps.
   The hobby is philately *(डाक-टिकट संग्रह)*.
   Why the others are wrong.
   • numismatist = one who collects and studies coins and medals *(सिक्का-संग्राहक)* — the standard partner trap.
   • archivist = a keeper of historical records and documents *(अभिलेखपाल)*.
   • paleographer = one who studies ancient handwriting and manuscripts *(पुरालिपि-विशेषज्ञ)*.
   *Philately = phil- (love) + ateleia (free of tax): a stamp once showed the postage was already paid.*

4. SSC CGL 2021 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   A person who collects or studies stamps

   APhilatelistBHoarderCCollectorDNumismatist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Philatelist

   ✅ Explanation:
   Phrase: A person who collects or studies stamps
   One-word substitute: Philatelist
   Meaning in Hindi: जो व्यक्ति टिकट एकत्र करता है या उनका अध्ययन करता है।
   ❌ Other Options:
   • Hoarder – One who collects and stores things excessively (जमा करने वाला)
   • Collector – A general term for someone who collects things; not specific to stamps
   • Numismatist – A person who collects or studies coins or currency (सिक्के या मुद्रा का संग्राहक)
   ✅ Final Answer: Philatelist ✅

5. IB ACIO 2023 T-1 Vocabulary

   Select the correct conclusion based on the meaning of the underlined word:
   Statement: She is a philatelist who can boast of a rare collection.
   Conclusion:
   i. She has a huge collection of stamps from all over the world.
   ii. She is a lover of books and possesses a fine collection.
   iii. It is her hobby to collect and study coins and medals.
   iv. Her collection of antiques is unique and very valuable.

   AOnly i is correctBOnly iii is correctCBoth iii and iv are correctDBoth i and iv are correct
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Only i is correct

   Explanation:
   Meaning:
   Philatelist = A person who collects and studies postage stamps.
   (Philately = the hobby/study of stamps)
   🧠 Now examine each conclusion:
   i. She has a huge collection of stamps from all over the world.
   ✅ Correct. This directly matches the meaning of philatelist.
   Philatelist = stamp collector, and this option aligns perfectly.
   ii. She is a lover of books and possesses a fine collection.
   ❌ Incorrect. That would be a bibliophile (पुस्तक प्रेमी), not a philatelist.
   iii. It is her hobby to collect and study coins and medals.
   ❌ Incorrect. That describes a numismatist (सिक्के और पदकों का संग्राहक), not a philatelist.
   iv. Her collection of antiques is unique and very valuable.
   ❌ I

Examples

• “The philatelist proudly displayed his rare stamp collection.”

philatelist – questions

What is the meaning of philatelist in Hindi?

philatelist means “डाक टिकट संग्रहकर्ता” in Hindi. In English: A person who collects and studies postage stamps.

What are the synonyms of philatelist?

Synonyms of philatelist: stamp collector.

Has philatelist been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – philatelist has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC MTS 2025, IB ACIO 2023 T-1, SSC CGL 2021 T-1, SSC MTS 2021.

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