Paanch

"Paanch" is the Hindi word for the number five. It is used in various contexts, such as counting, signaling, or emphasizing the quantity of five items or units. In cultural or colloquial usage, "paanch" can also symbolize completeness or a group of five. The pronunciation is similar to "punch" in English, and it plays a fundamental role in Hindi and many other Indian languages, forming part of basic numeracy and daily communication.