Gujarati · Travel & Places
શહેર
shaher
City
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large town where many people live and work.
Example
અમદાવાદ ગુજરાતનું સૌથી મોટું શહેર.
Ahmedabad is Gujarat's biggest city.
Etymology
The word 'શહેર' (shaher) has its roots in Persian, where it means 'city' or 'town'. Its adoption in Gujarati signifies historical cultural exchanges between these languages.
How & Where It’s Used
Used informally in daily conversations and formally in writing, 'shaher' is prevalent in regional contexts and is a part of discussions about geography, urban life, and planning.