Bengali · Body & Health
হাত
hat
Hand; arm
Beginnernoun
Definition
The upper limb; Bengalis traditionally eat with the right hand.
Example
খাওয়ার আগে হাত ধুয়ে নিন।
Wash your hands before eating.
Etymology
'হাত' (hat) derives from the Sanskrit 'हस्त' (hasta), meaning hand or arm. The term has retained its anatomical and cultural importance in Bengali.
How & Where It’s Used
'হাত' is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in conversations about work, crafts, and relationships.
Literary Heritage
Often mentioned in cultural sayings highlighting the importance of helping hands and collaboration.