Urdu · Family & People
dost
Friend
A person you know well and like.
وہ میرا سب سے اچھا دوست ہے۔
He is my best friend.
'دوست' (dost) comes from the Persian word 'دوست' (dust), meaning friend. It has been adopted into Urdu with the same meaning and is widely used.
'دوست' is an informal term prevalent in everyday speech among friends. It also appears in formal discussions about relationships.
The term 'دوست' is often featured in Urdu poetry, symbolizing friendship and companionship.