برا (bura)
adjective · Beginner · Adjectives
Meaning
English: Bad
Of poor quality or unpleasant.
Examples
🗣 وہ برا خیال تھا۔
💬 That was a bad idea.
Etymology
‘برا’ (bura) stems from the Middle Indic ‘bura’, linked to the Sanskrit ‘बुरा’ (bura) meaning ‘bad’ or ‘evil’. The word has maintained its negative connotation throughout its usage.
How & Where It’s Used
‘برا’ is used in everyday spoken and written Urdu, denoting something undesirable or of poor quality. It is commonly understood in various social contexts.
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