Punjabi · Travel & Places
ਘਰ
ghar
House; home
Beginnernoun
Definition
The place where you live.
Example
ਮੇਰਾ ਘਰ ਪਿੰਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੈ।
My home is in the village.
Etymology
'ਘਰ' (ghar) comes from the Sanskrit word 'गृह' (gṛha), meaning home. It reflects a foundational concept of family and shelter in various cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਘਰ' is used in both formal and informal settings, common in spoken language regarding places of residence and in written property documents.
Literary Heritage
Frequent in Punjabi poetry emphasizing love for home and family.