Bengali · Daily Life
বাতি
bati
Lamp; light
Beginnernoun
Definition
A device that gives light.
Example
বাতি জ্বালান, অন্ধকার হয়ে গেছে।
Turn on the light, it has gotten dark.
Etymology
'বাতি' (bati) derives from the Sanskrit 'वाति' (vāti), meaning 'light' or 'lamp.' It signifies the traditional importance of lighting in Bengali homes.
How & Where It’s Used
'বাতি' is used informally and is common in spoken and written contexts. It is widely recognized in rural and urban areas for both traditional and modern lighting sources.