Punjabi · Work & Business

ਨੌਕਰੀ

naukri

Job

Beginnernoun

Definition

Paid employment.

Example

ਉਸਨੂੰ ਨਵੀਂ ਨੌਕਰੀ ਮਿਲੀ ਹੈ।

He has got a new job.

Etymology

'ਨੌਕਰੀ' (naukri) derives from the Persian word for job or employment, emphasizing the influence of Persian in Punjabi, especially in the context of labor.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਨੌਕਰੀ' is often used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in formal job-related discussions and informal settings. It is widely recognized and understood in Punjab.

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