گھڑی (ghari)
noun · Beginner · Daily Life
Meaning
English: Clock; watch
A device that shows the time.
Examples
🗣 سالگرہ پر گھڑی ملی۔
💬 I got a watch for my birthday.
Etymology
‘گھڑی’ (ghari) is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘घड़ी’ (ghadi), which means ‘clock’ or ‘watch.’ This term’s transition into Urdu reflects the cultural developments over centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
Typically used in casual spoken language as well as in written forms, particularly when discussing time management in everyday life.
📹 Watch "Clock; watch" pronunciation on YouTube
Tags: object, time