Hindi · Adjectives
महंगा
mahanga
Expensive
Beginneradjective
Definition
Costing a lot of money.
Example
यह होटल थोड़ा महंगा है।
This hotel is a bit expensive.
Etymology
'महंगा' (mahanga) has its roots in Arabic 'مُغَلِّق' (mughalliq), referring to something that is costly. Over time, it has been adopted into the Hindi language.
How & Where It’s Used
'महंगा' is used in both spoken and written Hindi primarily in informal settings, especially when discussing prices across various regions.