Pishi
পিসি
PEE-shee
Pishi (পিসি) is a Bengali-origin word used in Indian English, meaning aunt, specifically father's sister, in Bengali culture. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer PISHI (5).
Meaning & usage
In Bengali culture, 'Pishi' refers to one's paternal aunt, specifically the sister of one's father. This term is used as a form of address and signifies the familial bond and respect accorded to this relationship. It is a common term in Bengali-speaking regions and is part of the kinship terminology that highlights the importance of family ties.
In a sentence
During the festival, my Pishi came to visit and brought delicious sweets.
Pishi as a crossword answer
Pishi is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Aunt, specifically father's sister, in Bengali culture” (5)
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