स्मशान

noun

स्मशान meaning in English

a crematorium or a place of cremation

Detailed Explanation

In Indian culture, a smshana is a designated area or building where the dead body is cremated. It is an essential part of the Hindu funeral rites and is often located near a river or a sacred site.

📝 Cultural Context

In Indian English context, smshana is often used to refer to a crematorium, especially in urban areas.

उदाहरण वाक्य

शव को स्मशान में जलाया गया.
The body was cremated in the crematorium.
गंगा के किनारे एक बड़ा स्मशान है.
There is a large crematorium on the banks of the Ganges.