Hindi · Common Verbs
पढ़ना
padhna
To read / study
Beginnerverb
Definition
To read words, or to study.
Example
वह विश्वविद्यालय में पढ़ता है।
He studies at the university.
Etymology
The verb 'पढ़ना' (padhna) is derived from the Sanskrit 'पठ' (paṭha), which means 'to read or study.' It reflects the long-standing tradition of scholarship in India.
How & Where It’s Used
'पढ़ना' is used in both spoken and written Hindi, particularly within educational contexts, and is appropriate for both formal and informal discussions.
Literary Heritage
Frequently referenced in educational and literary texts.