Gujarati · Nature & Environment

પર્વત

parvat

Mountain

Beginnernoun

Definition

A very high hill; Girnar is Gujarat's sacred peak.

Example

ગિરનાર પર્વત પવિત્ર છે.

Mount Girnar is sacred.

Etymology

The word 'પર્વત' (parvat) comes from the Sanskrit 'पर्वत' (parvata), meaning mountain or hill. This term has transcended cultural boundaries, reflecting the reverence for mountains in both nature and spirituality.

How & Where It’s Used

'પર્વત' is extensively used in both formal and informal discussions about geography, nature, and spiritual contexts. It appears frequently in literature and spoken language across different regions in Gujarat.

Literary Heritage

Notable references to 'પર્વત' can be found in classical Gujarati poetry, particularly in works that explore the beauty of nature and its emotional connections.

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