Hindi · Body & Health

सिर

sir

Head

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

The top part of the body containing the brain and face.

Example

मेरा सिर दर्द कर रहा है।

My head is aching.

Etymology

'सिर' (sir) comes from the Sanskrit word 'शिरः' (śiraḥ), which means 'head.' This term has a long-standing history in Indian languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'सिर' is commonly used in informal and formal contexts. It is prevalent in both spoken and written forms, widely recognized across different regions.

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