Behen
बहन
BEH-hen
A Hindi word for sister.
Meaning & usage
Behen is a Hindi term meaning 'sister'. It is commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking communities to refer to one's female sibling. The word is derived from Sanskrit 'bhagini'.
In a sentence
My behen and I often visit our grandparents during the holidays.
As seen in crosswords
Behen is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A Hindi word for sister” (5)
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