Gujarati · Work & Business
ગ્રાહક
grahak
Customer
Beginnernoun
Definition
A person who buys goods or services.
Example
ગ્રાહક હંમેશા સાચો.
The customer is always right.
Etymology
The word "ગ્રાહક" (grahak) is derived from the Sanskrit word 'ग्रहक', meaning 'one who receives or acquires.' It evolved through Old Gujarati with the same meaning, reflecting the cultural significance of commerce in society.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts across Gujarat, especially in business transactions. It is prevalent in spoken and written forms, often with no significant regional variations.