Urdu · Culture & Society
ثقافت
saqafat
Culture
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The art, customs, and traditions of a society.
Example
پاکستانی ثقافت بہت رنگین ہے۔
Pakistani culture is very colorful.
Etymology
'ثقافت' (saqafat) is derived from the Arabic root 'ثَقَفَ' (thaqafa), meaning 'to refine' or 'to cultivate', and has evolved to signify the broad concepts of culture and civilization.
How & Where It’s Used
'ثقافت' (saqafat) is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions surrounding arts, traditions, and social norms. It is commonly found in academic writing as well as in casual conversation.
Literary Heritage
Frequently referenced in works of Urdu literature and discussions by poets like Iqbal and Faiz Ahmed Faiz.