Punjabi · Question Words

ਕਿਵੇਂ

kiven

How

Beginneradverb

Definition

Question word asking about manner — kiven ho? how are you?

Example

ਇਹ ਕੰਮ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਕਰੀਏ?

How should we do this work?

Etymology

'ਕਿਵੇਂ' (kiven) derives from the Sanskrit 'किम्' (kim) and serves as a question word denoting the manner or method, emphasizing linguistic continuity in inquiry.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਕਿਵੇਂ' is used informally in spoken contexts to inquire about processes or descriptions, being prevalent in everyday conversations throughout Punjab.

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