Hindi · Food & Drink
मछली
machhli
Fish
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
An animal that lives in water, eaten as food.
Example
बंगाल में मछली बहुत खाई जाती है।
Fish is eaten a lot in Bengal.
Etymology
'मछली' (machhli) comes from the Sanskrit word 'मत्स्य', meaning 'fish'. It has been part of aquatic commerce in India since ancient times.
How & Where It’s Used
'मछली' is widely used in both spoken and written forms, particularly in regions where fish is a significant part of the diet. It is often discussed informally.