नारंगी (Hindi)
Where does "नारंगी" come from?
The Hindi word 'नारंगी' (nāraṅgī) traces its roots to the Sanskrit 'nāráṅga,' a term for the orange tree. This word likely originated from Dravidian roots, potentially referencing fragrant fruits, and shares a common ancestry with the Persian 'nârenj.' Some scholars also suggest a possible link to Proto-Austroasiatic roots meaning 'sweet,' highlighting the word's ancient and cross-cultural journey through time.
Full etymology tree
- नारंगी (nāraṅgī) (Hindi), 'orange (color/colour)'
- inherited नारङ्ग (nāráṅga) (Sanskrit), 'the orange tree'
- inherited *ŋaːm (*ŋaːm) (Proto-Austroasiatic), 'sweet'
- inherited *lŋaam (*lŋaam) (Proto-Mon-Khmer)
- inherited *ŋaːm (*ŋaːm) (Proto-Austroasiatic), 'sweet'
- inherited नारङ्ग (nāráṅga) (Sanskrit), 'the orange tree'
Ancestors
- नारङ्ग (Sanskrit)
Cognates and doublets
- نارنج (Persian)
Updated June 2026
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