Yamuna

yah-moo-nuh

/ˈjʌmʊnɑː/

Proper Noun

Definition

Yamuna is a major perennial river of northern India and one of the most sacred rivers in Hinduism. It originates from the Yamunotri Glacier in the Himalayas and flows through several Indian states before merging with the Ganga (Ganges) River at Prayagraj.
The Yamuna River plays a vital role in India’s geography, agriculture, history, religion, and culture.

Example Sentences

The Yamuna River flows through Delhi and is an important source of water for the city.
Millions of devotees visit the banks of the Yamuna during religious festivals.
The confluence of the Yamuna and Ganga at Prayagraj is known as the Triveni Sangam.
Environmentalists are working to reduce pollution in the Yamuna River basin.
The Yamuna is often mentioned in ancient Indian scriptures and epics.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms	Antonyms
Yamuna River River Yamuna Jamuna	Not applicable (Proper nouns representing specific geographical entities do not have antonyms.)

Word Forms

Yamuna – singular, standard form
Yamunaji – honorific form used in religious contexts
Yamunā – Sanskrit transliteration

Origin / Etymology

The word Yamuna originates from Sanskrit “यमुना (Yamunā)”, named after the Hindu goddess Yamuna, who is considered the daughter of the Sun God (Surya). The river is personified as a देवी (goddess) in Hindu mythology and is frequently referenced in the Vedas, Puranas, and epic literature.

Grammar Information

Type: Proper noun
Gender: Feminine (in Sanskrit and Hindi usage)
Countability: Uncountable
Usage: Always capitalized when referring to the river
Article usage: Usually used without articles (e.g., “The Yamuna flows…”)

Translations

Hindi: यमुना
Sanskrit: यमुना (Yamunā)
Bengali: যমুনা
Tamil: யமுனா
Telugu: యమునా
Urdu: جمنا
French: Yamuna
Spanish: Yamuna
German: Yamuna

Idioms & Phrases

Banks of the Yamuna – areas along the river, often used in historical or cultural contexts
Yamuna Ghats – steps or platforms built along the river for bathing and rituals
Yamuna Maiya – devotional term used to refer to the river as a mother goddess