Bengali · Body & Health
কান
kan
Ear
Beginnernoun
Definition
The part of the body used for hearing.
Example
খরগোশের কান লম্বা।
Rabbits have long ears.
Etymology
'কান' (kan) comes from the Sanskrit 'कर्ण' (karṇa), meaning ear. This term reflects the significance of hearing in human interaction and communication.
How & Where It’s Used
'কান' is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in conversations about health, listening, and perception.
Literary Heritage
Referenced in various cultural sayings and fables emphasizing the value of listening and understanding.