دروازہ (darwaza)
noun · Beginner · Daily Life
Meaning
English: Door; gate
The entrance to a room or building; Lahore’s old city has thirteen gates.
Examples
🗣 براہ کرم دروازہ بند کریں۔
💬 Please close the door.
Etymology
‘دروازہ’ (darwaza) has its origins in Persian, where it means ‘door’ or ‘gate.’ This term evolved into Urdu with similar meanings, showcasing the cultural exchange between ancient Persia and the Indian subcontinent.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, ‘darwaza’ is prevalent in spoken language and also appears in literature and poetry. It is understood widely across the Urdu-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
Mentioned in poetry by famous poets like Ghalib and Faiz Ahmed Faiz, symbolizing entry and exit in various emotional contexts.
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