Bengali · Nature & Environment
বৃষ্টি
brishti
Rain
Beginnernoun
Definition
Water from the clouds; the monsoon rains define Bengal's seasons and songs.
Example
বৃষ্টি হচ্ছে, ছাতা নিন।
It is raining, take an umbrella.
Etymology
'বৃষ্টি' (brishti) originates from the Sanskrit 'वृष्टि' (vṛṣṭi), meaning rain. This word has been retained in Bengali, closely associating it with agricultural life.
How & Where It’s Used
'বৃষ্টি' is commonly used in everyday conversation and literature, where it can appear in both formal and informal registers, especially during monsoon discussions.
Literary Heritage
Frequently appears in Bengali songs and poetry, often symbolizing renewal and the cyclical nature of life.