Punjabi · Adjectives
ਮੰਦਾ
manda
Bad
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of poor quality or unkind; manda na bolo — speak no ill.
Example
ਕਿਸੇ ਨੂੰ ਮੰਦਾ ਨਾ ਬੋਲੋ।
Do not speak ill of anyone.
Etymology
The word 'ਮੰਦਾ' (manda) originates from the Sanskrit word 'दुस्त' (dust), which means bad or evil. This reflects a long-standing linguistic transition within Indo-Aryan languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Manda' is primarily used in informal contexts and everyday speech, with a register that can be both casual and colloquial. It is recognized across various Punjabi-speaking regions.