Urdu · Numbers & Time

نو

nau

Nine

Beginnernumeral

Definition

The number nine.

Example

دکان نو بجے کھلتی ہے۔

The shop opens at nine.

Etymology

'نو' (nau) has origins in the Proto-Indo-Iranian 'nava', showcasing the continuity of numeral terms in Indo-Iranian languages over millennia.

How & Where It’s Used

'نو' (nau) is prevalent in mundane discussions and formal writings alike, portraying a neutral tone in communication used across various dialects.

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