Gujarati · Adjectives

મોટું

motu

Big; elder

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of great size; also means elder.

Example

તેઓ મોટા ઘરમાં રહે છે.

They live in a big house.

Etymology

'મોટું' (motu) derives from the Sanskrit 'महान' (mahān), meaning large or great. This word is prevalent in various Indian languages, signifying size or importance.

How & Where It’s Used

Often used in everyday spoken Gujarati and in written forms to indicate size, age, or status. It is versatile, appearing in both formal and informal discourse.

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