Marathi · Culture & Society
san
Festival
A celebration; Maharashtra's calendar brims with san.
दिवाळी मोठा सण आहे.
Diwali is a big festival.
The word 'सण' (san) comes from the Sanskrit 'सण' (saṇa), meaning 'festival' or 'celebration.' Over time, it developed to represent various cultural and religious festivities in India.
'सण' is widely used in both formal and informal discussions, particularly around cultural events and social gatherings. It is a common term understood throughout Maharashtra.
Mentioned in many folklore and cultural narratives, highlighting its significance in community life.