Marathi · Question Words
कोण
kon
Who
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Used to ask about people.
Example
तिथे कोण आहे?
Who is there?
Etymology
'कोण' (kon) is derived from the Sanskrit 'कः' (kaḥ) which also refers to 'who'. This usage has transitioned into Marathi while maintaining its interrogative function.
How & Where It’s Used
'कोण' can be seen in both spoken and written Marathi, used frequently to inquire about people's identities in informal as well as formal situations.