Punjabi · Adjectives
ਹੌਲੀ
hauli
Slow; soft
Beginneradjective
Definition
Slow in speed or gentle in manner; hauli bolo — speak softly.
Example
ਹੌਲੀ-ਹੌਲੀ ਚੱਲੋ।
Walk slowly.
Etymology
'ਹੌਲੀ' (hauli) comes from the Punjabi root referring to soft or slow. Its etymology reflects influences from various regional dialects.
How & Where It’s Used
'Hauli' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms, often to describe actions or characteristics in a soft, gentle manner, with informal usage prevalent.