Punjabi · Adjectives

ਹੌਲੀ

hauli

Slow; soft

Beginneradjective

Definition

Slow in speed or gentle in manner; hauli bolo — speak softly.

Example

ਹੌਲੀ-ਹੌਲੀ ਚੱਲੋ।

Walk slowly.

Etymology

'ਹੌਲੀ' (hauli) comes from the Punjabi root referring to soft or slow. Its etymology reflects influences from various regional dialects.

How & Where It’s Used

'Hauli' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms, often to describe actions or characteristics in a soft, gentle manner, with informal usage prevalent.

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