Urdu · Common Verbs
کھانا
khana
To eat
Beginnerverb
Definition
To eat; the same word is also the noun for food.
Example
آج رات کیا کھانا چاہیں گے؟
What would you like to eat tonight?
Etymology
The term 'کھانا' (khana), meaning 'to eat', originates from Persian 'خوردن' (khordan), which also implies consumption. Its roots suggest a long history of dietary customs in the region.
How & Where It’s Used
'کھانا' is frequently used in informal spoken contexts and written instructions or menus. The register can vary from casual conversation to formal dining scenarios in both urban and rural settings.