Hindi · Emotions & Feelings

गुस्सा

gussa

Anger

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

The feeling of being angry.

Example

गुस्सा मत करो, वह बच्चा है।

Don't be angry, he is a child.

Etymology

The word 'गुस्सा' (gussa) originates from the Arabic term 'غضب' (ghadb), which means 'anger'. Over time, it entered the Hindi lexicon through Urdu influences, reflecting the historical cultural exchanges in the Indian subcontinent.

How & Where It’s Used

'गुस्सा' is commonly used in both spoken and written Hindi, primarily in informal contexts. It can denote mild annoyance to intense anger and is prevalent across various regions of India.

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