Punjabi · Food & Drink
ਪਾਣੀ
paani
Water
Beginnernoun
Definition
The clear liquid essential for life — five rivers of it gave Punjab its name.
Example
ਇੱਕ ਗਲਾਸ ਪਾਣੀ ਦੇਣਾ ਜੀ।
A glass of water, please.
Etymology
'ਪਾਣੀ' (paani) derives from the Sanskrit 'जल' (jala), which means water. It is a fundamental term in both daily life and cultural practices.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਪਾਣੀ' is used universally in both spoken and written forms, typically in everyday conversation regarding hydration and agriculture.