ਬਾਜ਼ਾਰ

Definition

A street of shops where people buy and bargain.

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Etymology

The word 'ਬਾਜ਼ਾਰ' (bazaar) comes from the Persian term 'بازار' (bāzār), meaning 'market'. Its incorporation into Punjabi reflects historical trade connections and cultural interactions between the Persian and Punjabi-speaking populations.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਬਾਜ਼ਾਰ' is used informally in everyday conversation to refer to marketplaces. It is relevant in both rural and urban areas, especially in social contexts where commerce and community gathering occur.

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