রাস্তা (Bengali)

Where does "রাস্তা" come from?

The Bengali word 'রাস্তা' (rasta) derives from the Classical Persian word 'راسته' (rāsta), which originally denoted a row, line, or order. Over time, the meaning evolved from a linear arrangement to the physical path or street we recognize today. It shares a common heritage with Hindustani, reflecting its widespread use as a term for a way or road across South Asian languages.

Full etymology tree

• রাস্তা (rāstā) (Bengali), 'road, street'
  • borrowed راسته (rāsta) (Persian), 'order, row'

Ancestors

• راسته (Persian)

Updated June 2026

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