Urdu · Numbers & Time
ایک
ek
One
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number one.
Example
ایک چائے دیجیے۔
One tea, please.
Etymology
The Urdu word 'ایک' (ek) derives from the Sanskrit word 'एक' (eka), which has retained its meaning of 'one' across many Indo-Aryan languages. Its history reflects the influence of ancient cultures and languages on the region.
How & Where It’s Used
'ایک' (ek) is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in spoken Urdu. It serves as a fundamental numeral and is crucial in everyday counting, timekeeping, and basic arithmetic.