Hindi · Common Verbs
देखना
dekhna
To see / watch
Beginnerverb
Definition
To use your eyes to look at something.
Example
हम शाम को फ़िल्म देखेंगे।
We will watch a movie in the evening.
Etymology
'देखना' (dekhna) has its roots in the Sanskrit word 'दृष्ट' (dṛṣṭa), which means 'to see.' It highlights the evolution of perception-related verbs in Indo-European languages.
How & Where It’s Used
This verb is used in both spoken and written forms and is applicable in various settings, ranging from everyday to more serious contexts, including literature and formal speech.
Literary Heritage
In Hindi literature, it is commonly used to depict visual experiences, such as in poems or storytelling.