Marathi · Numbers & Time

वर्ष

varsha

Year

Beginnernoun

Definition

A period of twelve months; the Marathi year begins with Gudi Padwa.

Example

नवीन वर्षाच्या शुभेच्छा!

Happy New Year!

Etymology

The term 'वर्ष' (varsha) comes from Sanskrit, meaning 'year,' representing time and the agricultural calendar, vital to Marathi culture.

How & Where It’s Used

'वर्ष' is utilized in both formal writing and everyday discourse, often in academic or literary contexts, recognized universally among Marathi speakers.

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