Punjabi · Family & People

ਧੀ

dhee

Daughter

Beginnernoun

Definition

A female child.

Example

ਮੇਰੀ ਧੀ ਨੂੰ ਚਿੱਤਰ ਬਣਾਉਣਾ ਪਸੰਦ ਹੈ।

My daughter likes drawing.

Etymology

'ਧੀ' (dhee) comes from the Sanskrit word 'धीय' (dhī), which also signifies daughter. The term has evolved while retaining its familial meaning in the cultural context.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਧੀ' is used in everyday conversations, in both formal and informal settings, to refer to daughters. It has a close emotional resonance in familial bonds.

Literary Heritage

The concept of daughters is celebrated in Punjabi folk tales and songs, emphasizing their valued role in family and society.

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