Bengali · Body & Health
nak
Nose
The part of the face used for smelling and breathing.
ঠান্ডায় আমার নাক বন্ধ।
My nose is blocked from a cold.
'নাক' (nak) is derived from the Sanskrit 'नाथ' (nātha), referring specifically to the nose. This word reflects the anatomical importance and cultural references associated with breathing and scent.
'নাক' is frequently used in everyday conversation in informal settings, as well as in health discussions.