Bengali · Family & People
মহিলা
mohila
Woman
Beginnernoun
Definition
An adult female person.
Example
এই মহিলা একজন ডাক্তার।
This woman is a doctor.
Etymology
'মহিলা' (mohila) comes from the Sanskrit word 'महिला' (mahila), which means woman. It maintains a formal and respectful connotation in Bengali.
How & Where It’s Used
Used mostly in formal contexts, 'মহিলা' is utilized in legal, educational, and professional discussions regarding women, as well as in written text.
Literary Heritage
The term features prominently in discussions around women's rights and society in both contemporary literature and public discourse.