Bengali · Family & People

মহিলা

mohila

Woman

Beginnernoun

Definition

An adult female person.

Example

এই মহিলা একজন ডাক্তার।

This woman is a doctor.

Etymology

'মহিলা' (mohila) comes from the Sanskrit word 'महिला' (mahila), which means woman. It maintains a formal and respectful connotation in Bengali.

How & Where It’s Used

Used mostly in formal contexts, 'মহিলা' is utilized in legal, educational, and professional discussions regarding women, as well as in written text.

Literary Heritage

The term features prominently in discussions around women's rights and society in both contemporary literature and public discourse.

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