Gujarati · Daily Life
દીવો
divo
Lamp
Beginnernoun
Definition
A lamp — the divo lights every Gujarati doorstep at Diwali.
Example
દિવાળીએ ઘરઆંગણે દીવા પ્રગટે.
At Diwali lamps glow at every doorstep.
Etymology
'દીવો' (divo) has roots in Sanskrit 'दीप' (dīpa), meaning a lamp or light source, often associated with cultural and religious practices in Indian society.
How & Where It’s Used
'દીવો' is often used in both spoken and written Gujarati, particularly in both informal and formal contexts, especially during festivals or religious occasions.