Hindi · Emotions & Feelings
डर
dar
Fear
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
The feeling of being afraid.
Example
बच्चे को अंधेरे से डर लगता है।
The child is afraid of the dark.
Etymology
The word 'डर' (dar) comes from the Sanskrit root 'दर्श' (darśa), meaning 'to see' or 'to fear'. Its evolution reflects the psychological understanding of fear in South Asian cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'डर' is used in both spoken and written forms of Hindi, typically in informal contexts. It is understood across different regions, often associated with children's language, but also used by adults in various social situations.