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What is Feminine in Punjabi?

Published in Punjabi Language 1 min read

In Punjabi, the word for "feminine" as an adjective, meaning associated with women, is ਔਰਤਾਨਾ (Aurtaana) or ਜਨਾਨਾ (Janaanaa).

These words describe something having qualities typically associated with women. Here's a breakdown:

  • ਔਰਤਾਨਾ (Aurtaana): This word directly relates to "ਔਰਤ" (Aurat), which means "woman." Therefore, "ਔਰਤਾਨਾ" signifies something belonging to or characteristic of women.

  • ਜਨਾਨਾ (Janaanaa): This term, while also meaning feminine, can sometimes carry connotations depending on the context. "ਜਨਾਨਾ" is related to "ਜਨਾਨੀ" (Janaani), another word for woman, but its usage might be less common than "ਔਰਤਾਨਾ" in certain contexts.

Therefore, depending on the nuance you wish to convey, either "ਔਰਤਾਨਾ" or "ਜਨਾਨਾ" can be used to describe something as feminine in Punjabi. "ਔਰਤਾਨਾ" is generally a more straightforward and commonly understood choice.

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