ਦਿਲ

Definition

The heart — organ and seat of emotion; dil khol ke, with an open heart.

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Etymology

'ਦਿਲ' (dil) is derived from the Proto-Indo-Iranian term *dʰil, referring to the heart or core. The word is emblematic of emotions in many South Asian cultures.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਦਿਲ' is used widely in both spoken and written forms, frequently in poetic expressions, songs, and informal conversations. The term is popular in all Punjabi dialects and understood universally.

Literary Heritage

Common in Punjabi folklore, especially in romantic poetry like that of Waris Shah.

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