ਰਾਤ

Definition

The dark hours for rest.

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Etymology

'ਰਾਤ' (raat) originates from the Sanskrit term 'रात्रि' (rātri), which means 'night.' This evolution highlights the continuity of the word across Indo-Aryan languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਰਾਤ' is used in both formal and informal settings, commonly in spoken language. It is a central term in daily conversations across Punjab, used regionally without significant variations.

Literary Heritage

References in folk songs and literature, signifying its importance in nighttime cultural rituals.

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