Hindi · Question Words
कब
kab
When
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about a time.
Example
तुम भारत कब आओगे?
When will you come to India?
Etymology
'कब' (kab) originates from the Sanskrit word 'कदा' (kādā), meaning 'when'. This word has remained integral in forming temporal questions in Hindi.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kab' is used in conversational and written forms, in both formal and informal registers, widely recognized among Hindi speakers.