ਹਸਪਤਾਲ

Definition

A place where the sick are treated.

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Etymology

'ਹਸਪਤਾਲ' (haspataal) is borrowed from the English word 'hospital.' Its incorporation reflects medical advancements and the establishment of health services in Punjab.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਹਸਪਤਾਲ' is used in formal contexts, particularly in healthcare discussions, and it appears in both spoken and written Punjabi. It is universally understood in urban centers where hospitals operate.

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