Gujarati · Family & People

બહેન

bahen

Sister

Beginnernoun

Definition

A female sibling; ben is also added to women's names as respect.

Example

મારી બહેન નર્સ છે.

My sister is a nurse.

Etymology

'બહેન' (bahen) is derived from the Sanskrit term 'भगिनी' (bhaginī) meaning sister. It reflects societal ties of kinship and familial relationships.

How & Where It’s Used

'બહેન' is used informally in family settings and among friends. It can be both spoken and written, depending on the context.

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