पकाना

To run away, flee, or escape from a person, place, or situation. It can also refer to running very quickly in a general sense or avoiding responsibilities.

To lie down or recline one's body in a horizontal position, usually for rest or sleep. It refers to the physical act of resting on a surface like a bed, sofa, or the ground.

In Hindi, 'चखना' (chakhnā) as a noun refers to savory snacks or appetizers, typically spicy or salty, that are served alongside drinks or before a main meal. It is derived from the verb of the same name which means 'to taste', representing small portions meant for savoring.

To cook food by applying direct heat or roasting in a pan with little to no oil. It is a fundamental technique in Indian cooking used for spices, grains, and vegetables to enhance their flavor and aroma.

To cook food in hot fat or oil, typically in a pan or wok. It is a fundamental cooking technique in Indian cuisine used for making snacks and main dishes.

To remove the outer skin or layer of something, typically a fruit or vegetable, using a knife or peeler. It also refers to scraping or grazing one's skin due to an accident.

To crush or rub something into a fine powder or a smooth paste, usually using a machine, mill, or mortar and pestle. In a figurative sense, it can also refer to working very hard or being oppressed.

To combine, mix, or blend two or more things together into a single whole. It can also refer to the act of introducing people, shaking hands, or comparing/matching items.

To churn or vigorously stir a liquid (like milk or curd) to extract something or blend it. It is also used figuratively to describe deep thinking or the process of analyzing complex information.

To separate solids from liquids or fine particles from coarse ones using a sieve or filter. It is also commonly used figuratively to mean searching a place or information thoroughly.