Punjabi · Travel & Places
ਖੇਤ
khet
Field (farm)
Beginnernoun
Definition
Farmland — the green wheat fields define Punjab's landscape.
Example
ਕਿਸਾਨ ਖੇਤ ਵਿੱਚ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ।
The farmer works in the field.
Etymology
'ਖੇਤ' (khet) originates from the Sanskrit word 'खेता' (khetā), which also means 'field'. This term emphasizes the agricultural roots in Punjabi culture and sustains its linguistic lineage through farming practices.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਖੇਤ' is predominantly used in informal settings, especially in rural contexts related to agriculture. It reflects communal and familial relationships tied to farming.