Formal:
* पदनाम (padnaam): This is the most formal and direct translation of "designation." It refers to the official title or position of a person.
* नियुक्ति (niyukti): This translates to "appointment" and can also refer to the designation of a person.
* कार्य (kaary): This means "work" or "duty" and can be used to describe a person's role or designation.
Informal:
* पद (pad): This is a more general term for "position" and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
* नौकरी (naukri): This means "job" and can be used informally to refer to a person's designation.
Examples:
* मेरा पदनाम सहायक प्रबंधक है। (Mera padnaam sahayak prabandhak hai.) - My designation is Assistant Manager.
* उनकी नियुक्ति वरिष्ठ अधिकारी के रूप में हुई है। (Unki niyukti varishth adhikari ke roop mein hui hai.) - He/She was appointed as a Senior Officer.
* उसका कार्य लेखाकार का है। (Uska kaary lekhakara ka hai.) - His/Her job is that of an accountant.
* उसने एक अच्छी नौकरी पा ली है। (Usne ek achchi naukri pa li hai.) - He/She got a good job.
The best way to use the word "designation" in Hindi will depend on the specific situation and the level of formality required.