Bengali · Culture & Society
উৎসব
utshob
Festival
Beginnernoun
Definition
A special time of celebration — Eid, Durga Puja, Pohela Boishakh.
Example
বারো মাসে তেরো পার্বণ।
Twelve months, thirteen festivals.
Etymology
'উৎসব' (utshob) is derived from Sanskrit 'उत्सव' (utsava), meaning 'festival' or 'celebration'. The term has maintained its festive connotation throughout Bengali culture and traditions.
How & Where It’s Used
'উৎসব' (utshob) is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially during celebrations and cultural events. It is commonly found in spoken and written language across Bengali-speaking areas.
Literary Heritage
Frequently referenced in literary works about cultural festivities, including poems and songs celebrating various festivals.