Punar

Punar is a term from Sanskrit that functions primarily as a prefix and adverb meaning "again" or "anew." It derives from the word punah (पुनः), meaning "again," and, when used as a prefix in compounds, appears as punar to indicate repetition or revival.

In classical Sanskrit, punar is used to form compounds such as punarjanma, meaning rebirth or reincarnation, reflecting the idea of recurrence over time. It also appears in various phrases and hymns to convey renewal, repetition, or restoration.

In modern Indian languages, including Hindi and Marathi, punar retains its meaning and is used in formal and literary contexts to express repetition or renewal. The prefix features in academic, legal, and religious vocabulary, helping to create precise terms for processes that occur again.

Beyond linguistic use, punar occasionally appears as a proper noun in some regional contexts, but such uses are rare and do not define the term's primary sense.