General Cloud:
* मेघ (megh): This is the most common word for "cloud" in Sanskrit. It refers to a general cloud in the sky.
Specific Types of Clouds:
* अभ्र (abhra): This word is used for a dark, dense cloud, often associated with rain.
* वृष्टिमेघ (vṛṣṭimegh): This literally means "rain cloud," and it refers to a cloud that brings rain.
* नीलमेघ (nīlamegh): This means "blue cloud," and it refers to a dark blue or grey cloud.
Other Terms:
* गगन (gagan): This refers to the sky in general, and can sometimes be used to describe clouds as being in the sky.
* वह्निकर्ण (vahnikarṇa): This literally means "fire ear," and it refers to a thundercloud.
Example:
* मेघाः आकाशे सन्ति। (meghāḥ ākāśe santi.) - Clouds are in the sky.
The best translation for "cloud" in Sanskrit will depend on the context and the specific meaning you want to convey.