literature
intermediateB2/ˈlɪtərətʃər/ · lit-er-a-ture
Written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit.
Meanings
Written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit.
تحریریں، خاص طور پر وہ جو اعلیٰ یا مستقل فن کی اہمیت رکھتی ہیں۔
ادب
adab
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- classic literature
- literary analysis
- world literature
Example Sentences
Shakespeare's works are considered masterpieces of English literature.
شیکسپیئر کے کاموں کو انگریزی ادب کے شاہکار سمجھا جاتا ہے۔
Shakespeare ke kaamon ko angrezi adab ke shahkar samjha jata hai.
The study of literature enhances our understanding of human experiences.
ادب کا مطالعہ انسانی تجربات کی کو سمجھنے میں اضافہ کرتا ہے۔
Adab ka mutaala insani tajurbaat ki ko samajhne mein izafa karta hai.
Literature reflects the culture and values of the society it emerges from.
ادب ان ثقافتوں اور اقدار کی عکاسی کرتا ہے جن سے یہ پیدا ہوتا ہے۔
Adab un saqafat aur aqdar ki akasi karta hai jin se yeh peda hota hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'literature' as the 'letter' of art.
Imagine a library full of classic books symbolizing rich literature.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
تخلیقِ ادب نہ کرے، مگر ان کی نظر میں، خود کو ناچیز سمجھیں گے جو بے ادبی کے ساتھ ہیں۔
Takhleeq-e-adab na kare, magar in ki nazar mein, Khud ko naqeeb samjhenge jo be-adabi ke sath hain.
Those who do not create literature, in their sight, will be deemed insignificant, who are with rudeness.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
علم کا خزانہ ادب ہے۔
Ilm ka khazana adab hai.
The treasure of knowledge is literature.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "literatura" — writing, grammar
First known use: 14th century
The term 'literature' originally referred to writing formed with letters. Over time, it has evolved to encompass a broader range of written works including fiction, poetry, essays, and non-fiction.