General intention:
* इरादा (iraada): This is the most common and general word for intention. It refers to a plan or a desire to do something.
* नियत (niyat): This word is used for intention in a more moral or spiritual context. It signifies a person's inner resolve or purpose.
Specific intention:
* उद्देश्य (uddeshya): This word is used for the specific goal or purpose of an action.
* मंशा (mansha): This word refers to a person's hidden intention or motive.
The best word to use depends on the specific context.
For example, if you want to say "I have no intention of doing that," you would use "मेरा कोई इरादा नहीं है ऐसा करने का" (mera koi iraada nahin hai aisa karne ka).
If you want to say "His intention was to help others," you would use "उसका उद्देश्य दूसरों की मदद करना था" (uska uddeshya dusron ki madad karna tha).
It's always a good idea to consider the specific meaning and the context when choosing the right Hindi word for "intention."