Bengali · Common Verbs
হওয়া
howa
To be; to become
Beginnerverb
Definition
To exist or to become something.
Example
আমি শিক্ষক হতে চাই।
I want to be a teacher.
Etymology
'হওয়া' (howa) is derived from the Sanskrit word 'भव' (bhava), meaning 'to be' or 'to become'. This verb has maintained its core meaning throughout the evolution of the Bengali language.
How & Where It’s Used
'হওয়া' (howa) is a common verb used in both formal and informal contexts, applicable in everyday conversations as well as written language. It is prevalent across all regions of Bengali-speaking society.