شوہر

Definition

The man a woman is married to.

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Etymology

'شوہر' (shauhar) comes from the Arabic word 'زوج' (zawj), meaning husband. It has been adopted into Urdu with a similar meaning.

How & Where It’s Used

'شوہر' is a formal term that can be used in both written and spoken Urdu. It is often used in legal and social discussions about marriage.

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