Bengali · Body & Health

কান

kan

Ear

Beginnernoun

Definition

The part of the body used for hearing.

Example

খরগোশের কান লম্বা।

Rabbits have long ears.

Etymology

'কান' (kan) comes from the Sanskrit 'कर्ण' (karṇa), meaning ear. This term reflects the significance of hearing in human interaction and communication.

How & Where It’s Used

'কান' is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in conversations about health, listening, and perception.

Literary Heritage

Referenced in various cultural sayings and fables emphasizing the value of listening and understanding.

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