Marathi · Adjectives
स्वच्छ
swachh
Clean
Beginneradjective
Definition
Free from dirt.
Example
खोली आता स्वच्छ आहे.
The room is clean now.
Etymology
'स्वच्छ' (swachh) comes from the Sanskrit 'स्वच्छ' (svaccha), meaning 'clean' or 'pure'. This word has consistently represented cleanliness in various Indo-Aryan languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'स्वच्छ' is frequently used in formal discussions about hygiene and cleanliness, as well as in everyday language, with a particular focus on public health.
Literary Heritage
It is often referenced in public hygiene campaigns and is the title of various cleanliness initiatives in Maharashtra.