Urdu · Common Verbs
khana
To eat
To eat; the same word is also the noun for food.
آج رات کیا کھانا چاہیں گے؟
What would you like to eat tonight?
The term 'کھانا' (khana), meaning 'to eat', originates from Persian 'خوردن' (khordan), which also implies consumption. Its roots suggest a long history of dietary customs in the region.
'کھانا' is frequently used in informal spoken contexts and written instructions or menus. The register can vary from casual conversation to formal dining scenarios in both urban and rural settings.