शरीरान्त

noun

शरीरान्त meaning in English

Death; passing away.

Detailed Explanation

A formal and often euphemistic term for death, literally translating to 'leaving the body.' It is used in literary, religious, and formal contexts to refer to the end of a person's life, particularly when emphasizing the separation of the soul from the physical form.

📝 Cultural Context

This term is considered respectful and is frequently used in obituaries, religious texts, and formal announcements regarding the death of elders or respected figures. It is less common in casual, everyday conversation compared to 'मृत्यु' (mrityu) or 'मरना' (marana).

उदाहरण वाक्य

उसके शरीरान्त के बाद पूरा परिवार शोक में डूब गया।
After his passing, the entire family was plunged into grief.
महानायक का शरीरान्त समाचार सुनकर सबको दुख हुआ।
Everyone was saddened to hear the news of the great hero's death.