Marathi · Nature & Environment
नदी
nadi
River
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large stream of water; the Godavari rises at Nashik.
Example
गोदावरी नदी नाशिकहून वाहते.
The Godavari river flows from Nashik.
Etymology
The word 'नदी' (nadi) originates from Sanskrit 'नदी' (nadī), which also means river. This term has been preserved in several Indian languages and reflects the importance of rivers in the cultural and geographic landscapes of India.
How & Where It’s Used
Used widely in both formal and informal contexts, 'नदी' is commonly spoken in daily conversations and appears in written texts. It has several regional variations in pronunciation and context, particularly in areas near riverbanks.
Literary Heritage
The term appears in various Marathi literary works, folklore, and poems, symbolizing life and fertility.