Hindi · Adjectives
पुराना
purana
Old (things)
Beginneradjective
Definition
Existing for a long time, not new.
Example
यह बहुत पुरानी इमारत है।
This is a very old building.
Etymology
'पुराना' (purana) is derived from the Sanskrit word 'पुराण' (purana), which originally meant ancient or old. Its meaning remains cemented in cultural and historical contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
'पुराना' is employed in both spoken and written Hindi in informal and formal scenarios. It is a term recognized throughout Hindi-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
Prominently used in various historical texts and mythological stories, often to refer to ancient traditions.