Punjabi · Nature & Environment
ਹਵਾ
hawa
Wind; air
Beginnernoun
Definition
Moving air; a cool breeze in the fields.
Example
ਠੰਢੀ ਹਵਾ ਚੱਲ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ।
A cool wind is blowing.
Etymology
'ਹਵਾ' (hawa) comes from the Arabic word 'hawa', meaning 'air' or 'wind', reflecting the linguistic integration during historical periods.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਹਵਾ' is commonly used in both informal speech and written literature, often in discussions about nature and health.
Literary Heritage
Wind appears in Punjabi poetry, often symbolizing freedom and movement.