کتاب

Definition

Written pages bound together for reading.

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Etymology

'کتاب' (kitaab) has its roots in the Arabic word 'كتاب' (kitab), meaning 'book'. The term has been carried into Urdu and reflects the significance of literature and learning.

How & Where It’s Used

'کتاب' (kitaab) is used in both formal and informal contexts, commonly referring to books in educational, literary, and recreational settings. It is well understood across Urdu-speaking communities.

Literary Heritage

Heavily referenced in Urdu literature, with significant works like 'آبِ حیات' (Aab-e-Hayat) and 'کلیاتِ گالب' (Kulyat-e-Ghalib) discussing the essence of writing and books.

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