Hindi · Common Verbs
लेना
lena
To take
Beginnerverb
Definition
To get or receive something.
Example
अपनी छतरी लेना मत भूलो।
Don't forget to take your umbrella.
Etymology
'लेना' (lena) comes from the Sanskrit 'ग्रहीत' (grāhīta), meaning 'to take.' Its usage spans across various dialects, emphasizing acquisition.
How & Where It’s Used
'लेना' is frequently used in informal conversations and various social settings, utilized in both spoken and written Hindi.