Marathi · Travel & Places
गाव
gav
Village
Beginnernoun
Definition
A small settlement; everyone's heart belongs to their gav.
Example
सुट्टीत आम्ही गावी जातो.
In the holidays we go to our village.
Etymology
'गाव' (gav) is derived from Sanskrit 'ग्राम' (grama), meaning 'village', reflecting the agrarian roots of Marathi culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'गाव' is used in both formal and informal communication, prominently in rural contexts. It is frequently used in storytelling and songs.