Marathi · Daily Life

दिवा

diva

Lamp

Beginnernoun

Definition

A lamp — Diwali itself is the festival of divas.

Example

दिवाळीत घरभर दिवे लावतो.

At Diwali we light lamps all over the house.

Etymology

Originating from the Sanskrit word 'दीप' (dīpa) meaning light or lamp, 'दिवा' (diva) signifies an oil lamp or source of illumination in Marathi.

How & Where It’s Used

Often used in both formal and informal writing or conversation, 'दिवा' is understood across all cultural settings within Maharashtra.

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