Bengali · Family & People
ছাত্র
chhatro
Student
Beginnernoun
Definition
A person who studies; a female student is chhatri.
Example
সে একজন ভালো ছাত্র।
He is a good student.
Etymology
'ছাত্র' (chhatro) finds its roots in the Sanskrit word 'शिष्य' (śiṣya), originally meaning student or apprentice, and has since adapted into standard Bengali usage.
How & Where It’s Used
Used predominantly in formal educational settings, 'ছাত্র' is relevant in both spoken and written contexts, referring to male students.
Literary Heritage
The term appears extensively in educational texts, literature regarding youth, and social discussions about student life.