Bengali · Nature & Environment
চাঁদ
chand
Moon
Beginnernoun
Definition
The bright object in the night sky, beloved in Bengali poetry and lullabies.
Example
আজ রাতে পূর্ণিমার চাঁদ।
Tonight is a full moon.
Etymology
'চাঁদ' (chand) originates from the Sanskrit word 'चन्द्र' (candra), referring to the moon. It is a term steeped in cultural significance surrounding night and beauty.
How & Where It’s Used
'চাঁদ' is used in various contexts: both in daily conversation and in formal literature. It is prevalent in poetry and songs.
Literary Heritage
Commonly appears in Bengali poetry and songs as a symbol of beauty and love.