Bengali · Nature & Environment

তারা

tara

Star

Beginnernoun

Definition

A point of light in the night sky; also means they.

Example

গ্রামে হাজার তারা দেখা যায়।

In the village you can see a thousand stars.

Etymology

'তারা' (tara) is derived from the Sanskrit 'तारा' (tārā), meaning 'star.' This term has been embraced in culture and literature to denote celestial bodies.

How & Where It’s Used

'তারা' is often used in both spoken and written forms, in both casual and formal contexts, frequently seen in poetry and stories.

Literary Heritage

Present in numerous folk tales and poetry, often symbolizing dreams and aspirations.

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