Marathi · Numbers & Time
एक
ek
One
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number one.
Example
एक चहा द्या.
One tea, please.
Etymology
'एक' (ek) means 'One' and is a basic numeral in Marathi. Its origins can be traced to ancient Indo-Aryan languages, indicating count or singularity.
How & Where It’s Used
'एक' finds usage across both formal and informal contexts. It is frequently utilized in both spoken language and written texts, especially when counting or indicating a unit.