Punjabi · Nature & Environment
taara
Star
A point of light in the night sky.
ਰਾਤ ਨੂੰ ਤਾਰੇ ਚਮਕਦੇ ਹਨ।
Stars shine at night.
'ਤਾਰਾ' (taara) descends from Sanskrit 'tārā', meaning 'star'. The term has remained relatively unchanged and retains its celestial meaning in Punjabi.
'ਤਾਰਾ' tends to be used in both informal and formal contexts, broadly understood and accepted in written works as well.
Stars are frequently mentioned in Punjabi folk songs and poetry, symbolizing aspirations and dreams.