Gujarati · Common Verbs
જોવું
jovu
To see; to watch
Beginnerverb
Definition
To notice something with your eyes.
Example
બારીમાંથી દરિયો દેખાય છે.
You can see the sea from the window.
Etymology
'જોઈવું' (jovu) has its roots in Sanskrit 'दृश्यति' (dṛśyati), meaning 'to see' or 'to watch.' This verb has adapted over time to fit modern Gujarati expressions.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly employed in both spoken and literary forms, 'જોઈવું' finds its place in casual conversation, media, and educational contexts across Gujarat.