How does Hindi form hybrid words by combining English roots with Hindi suffixes?

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The Hindi language frequently forms hybrid words by appending Hindi suffixes to English base words. This process of hybridization allows for the creation of derived nominals that integrate English roots into the Hindi lexicon.1

Common examples of this linguistic process include:

kaungresi (derived from congress + -i)
Ameriki (derived from America + -i)
vaiscansalari (derived from vice-chancellor + -i)

In addition to these derived nouns, Hindi speakers often utilize English-based complex verbs in spoken language. These are formed by combining an English verb with the Hindi auxiliary verb karna (to do). Examples include rest karna (to rest), study karna (to study), and plead karna (to plead).1

Furthermore, Hindi also exhibits hybridization through the combination of English and Persian elements, such as in the phrases table-kursi (tables and chairs) and school-imarat (school building).1