शहर

Definition

A large town where many people live and work.

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Etymology

'शहर' (shahar) derives from Arabic 'شَهْر‎' (shahr) meaning 'city'. This term has been present in Marathi for centuries, signifying urban areas.

How & Where It’s Used

'शहर' is used in both spoken and written Marathi across various contexts. It is standard in formal and informal language to denote cities.

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