Urdu · Question Words

کب

kab

When

Beginneradverb

Definition

Used to ask about time.

Example

فلم کب شروع ہوگی؟

When does the movie start?

Etymology

'کب' (kab) is derived from the Persian word 'کب' (kab), meaning 'when'. Its use in Urdu denotes the blending of Persian elements into everyday language.

How & Where It’s Used

Kab is primarily used in casual and formal questioning contexts. It is prevalent in both spoken communication and written forms.

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