سمندر (samandar)
noun · Beginner · Nature & Environment
Meaning
English: Sea
The large body of salt water; Karachi sits on the Arabian Sea.
Examples
🗣 ہم کراچی میں سمندر پر گئے۔
💬 In Karachi we went to the sea.
Etymology
The word ‘سمندر’ (samandar) is derived from the Persian word ‘sāmandar,’ which itself possibly comes from the Sanskrit ‘sāgar.’ This reflects the word’s historical connections and borrowing among languages in the Indian subcontinent.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, ‘سمندر’ is common in spoken and written Urdu. It is frequently encountered in poetry, literature, and conversations, especially in coastal regions.
Literary Heritage
Notable references can be found in poetry by famous Urdu poets such as Faiz Ahmed Faiz and Mirza Ghalib, often symbolizing vastness and depth.
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