The spelling of the word "behen oil" is based on its pronunciation. The word "behen" is pronounced as /ˈbiːhɛn/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It refers to the oil obtained from the seeds of the behen tree, which is commonly found in India. Behen oil is a popular ingredient in skincare and hair products due to its moisturizing properties. Its spelling may seem unusual, but it accurately reflects the phonetics of the word in English.
The expressed oil from the seeds of Moringa aptera.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word "behen oil" is derived from the Hindi word "behen" (बेहेन), which refers to the plant called "Moringa oleifera". The word "behen" is itself derived from the Sanskrit word "bhena" (भेन), meaning "sister". The oil extracted from the seeds of this plant is called "behen oil" due to its association with the plant's name.