Hisab
hisab
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Hisab (hisab) is a Urdu-origin word used in Indian English, meaning account or calculation in Urdu and Hindi. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer HISAB (5).
Meaning & usage
In Urdu and Hindi, 'hisab' refers to an account, calculation, or reckoning. It is commonly used in financial contexts, such as settling debts or keeping track of expenses. The term is integral to discussions about finance and accountability in South Asian cultures.
In a sentence
Before finalizing the deal, we need to do a proper hisab of all expenses.
Hisab as a crossword answer
Hisab is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Account or calculation in Urdu and Hindi” (5)
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