Hindi · Question Words
किधर
kidhar
Which way
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about direction.
Example
बाज़ार किधर है?
Which way is the market?
Etymology
'किधर' (kidhar) is derived from the Sanskrit term 'किध' (kidha), which also means 'where'. Its evolution retained the focus on direction in questioning.
How & Where It’s Used
Kidhar is typically used in spoken Hindi in informal contexts but can also find its way into written form. It is commonly recognized across various Hindi dialects.