Punjabi · Nature & Environment
ਸੂਰਜ
sooraj
Sun
Beginnernoun
Definition
The star that lights our days.
Example
ਸੂਰਜ ਚੜ੍ਹ ਗਿਆ ਹੈ।
The sun has risen.
Etymology
'ਸੂਰਜ' (sooraj) comes from the Sanskrit word 'sūrya,' meaning 'sun.' It has been adopted into Punjabi with little change in meaning.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਸੂਰਜ' is used in both spoken and written contexts, from casual conversations to formal writings about astronomy and philosophy.
Literary Heritage
The sun is a common metaphor in Punjabi literature and folk songs, often representing hope and new beginnings.