Hindi · Travel & Places
दुकान
dukaan
Shop
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
A place where goods are sold.
Example
इस गली में बहुत दुकानें हैं।
There are many shops in this lane.
Etymology
'दुकान' (dukaan) comes from the Persian word 'دکان' (dukān), meaning 'shop' or 'store'. It reflects the historical trade and marketplace culture in India.
How & Where It’s Used
'दुकान' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms throughout India, particularly in informal conversations about shopping.