Bengali · Food & Drink
আম
am
Mango
Beginnernoun
Definition
The king of fruits; Rajshahi and Malda mangoes are legendary.
Example
গ্রীষ্মে আম সবচেয়ে মিষ্টি।
In summer the mangoes are sweetest.
Etymology
'আম' (am) is derived from the Sanskrit word 'आम्र' (āmra) and has been an integral part of Bengali culture and cuisine as a beloved fruit.
How & Where It’s Used
'আম' (am) is used in daily conversations and in culinary contexts, representing both formal and informal usage across West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Literary Heritage
Faced notable mentions in Bengali poetry, especially around the themes of summer and nostalgia.