Urdu · Adjectives

صاف

saaf

Clean; clear

Beginneradjective

Definition

Free from dirt; saaf saaf bolna means to speak plainly.

Example

کمرہ اب صاف ہے۔

The room is clean now.

Etymology

'صاف' (saaf) comes from Arabic 'صاف' (ṣāf) which means 'clear' or 'pure'. Its adoption into Urdu highlights the historical influence of Arabic on the language.

How & Where It’s Used

Saaf is used in a variety of contexts, both formal and informal, to refer to cleanliness or clarity. It is widely understood in spoken and written form across Urdu-speaking regions.

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