Hindi · Question Words
कौन
kaun
Who
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Used to ask about a person.
Example
दरवाज़े पर कौन है?
Who is at the door?
Etymology
'कौन' (kaun) is a derivation from the Sanskrit form 'कः' (kaḥ) or 'कत्री' (katrī), which also means 'who'. Its usage has remained consistent in forming questions throughout the evolution of Hindi.
How & Where It’s Used
Kaun is broadly used in both spoken and written forms, suitable for formal and informal settings. It is recognized in various dialects of Hindi.