Telugu · Nature & Environment
నక్షత్రం
nakshatram
Star
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A point of light in the night sky.
Example
పల్లెటూరులో వేల నక్షత్రాలు కనిపిస్తాయి.
In the village you can see thousands of stars.
Etymology
'నక్షత్రం' (nakshatram) originates from Sanskrit 'नक्षत्र' (nakṣatra), meaning star or constellation, indicative of astrological significance in Indian culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'నక్షత్రం' is often used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in relation to astrology and cosmology, recognized universally across Telugu-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
Significant in Hindu astrology texts and appears in folk songs related to constellations and celestial events.