Urdu
Urdu (Medicine)
Urdu (Pronunciation: /ˈʊərduː/; Urdu: اُردُو) is a language predominantly spoken in Pakistan and India. In the context of medicine, Urdu has a rich vocabulary of medical terms, many of which have their roots in Arabic, Persian, and Sanskrit languages.
Etymology
The term "Urdu" itself is derived from the Turkish word 'Ordu' meaning 'Army' or 'Camp'. The language was born in the army camps of the Mughal army, where soldiers from different regions communicated in a mix of different languages.
Medical Terminology in Urdu
Urdu medical terminology is a blend of words from different languages, making it a rich source of medical vocabulary. Here are some examples:
- Dard (Pain): Derived from the Persian word 'Dard', which means pain or suffering.
- Bimari (Disease): This term is derived from the Persian word 'Bimari', which means illness or disease.
- Ilaj (Treatment): This term is derived from the Arabic word 'Ilaj', which means treatment or cure.
Related Terms
- Tibb: This is the Urdu term for medicine, derived from the Arabic word 'Tibb', which means medicine or healing.
- Hakeem: This is the term used for a traditional medicine practitioner in Urdu, similar to the English term 'Doctor'. It is derived from the Arabic word 'Hakim', which means wise or knowledgeable.
- Dawa: This is the Urdu term for medicine (drug), derived from the Arabic word 'Dawa', which means remedy or medicine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Urdu
- Wikipedia's article - Urdu
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