Hindi · Daily Life

कुर्सी

kursi

Chair

Beginnernoun · feminine

Definition

Furniture for one person to sit on.

Example

कृपया इस कुर्सी पर बैठिए।

Please sit on this chair.

Etymology

The word 'कुर्सी' (kursi) is derived from the Persian word 'کرسی' (kursi), which means throne or chair. It has been adopted into Hindi through cultural exchanges during the Mughal era.

How & Where It’s Used

Commonly used in both spoken and written Hindi, 'कुर्सी' is considered neutral in formality and appropriate in various contexts, ranging from casual conversations to formal settings. It is widely understood across different regions of India.

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