Urdu · Body & Health
ہسپتال
haspatal
Hospital
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where sick people are treated.
Example
ہسپتال پارک کے ساتھ ہے۔
The hospital is next to the park.
Etymology
'ہسپتال' (haspatal) is borrowed from the Persian term for hospital, which in turn comes from the Arabic 'بِيت الْمَرَضَىٰ' (bayt al-marḍā), reflecting the historical influence of Islamic culture on healthcare terminology.
How & Where It’s Used
'ہسپتال' is commonly used in formal contexts, especially in health-related discussions. It is widely understood across Urdu-speaking regions.