Bangle: meaning, definitions and examples

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bangle

 

[ หˆbรฆล‹ษกษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

jewelry

A rigid bracelet or anklet, typically made of metal, wood, or plastic, worn as an ornament around the wrist or ankle.

Synonyms

anklet, armlet, bracelet.

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Word Description / Examples
bangle

Bangles are rigid bracelets that typically do not have clasps or openings. They are often worn in multiples, especially in South Asian cultures, during traditional ceremonies or festive occasions.

  • She wore a stack of colorful bangles to the wedding ceremony
bracelet

Bracelets are worn around the wrist and come in various styles including chains, beaded, or charm bracelets. These are suitable for both casual and formal settings.

  • She selected a silver bracelet to match her evening gown
anklet

Anklets are worn around the ankle. They can be simple chains or more decorative pieces with charms. Anklets are often worn during casual or beach outings.

  • She put on a delicate anklet to complement her summer dress and sandals
armlet

Armlets are worn on the upper arm. These are often seen in historical or fantasy settings, and can be part of traditional or ceremonial attire in certain cultures.

  • The ancient warrior wore a golden armlet inscribed with symbols of power

Examples of usage

  • She wore a set of colorful bangles on her wrist.
  • The dancer's bangles jingled as she moved.
  • I bought a silver bangle as a gift for my friend.

Translations

Translations of the word "bangle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pulseira

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค‚เค—เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Armband

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gelang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ะฐัะปะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bransoletka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒฌใ‚นใƒฌใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bracelet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pulsera

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bilezik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒ”์ฐŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูˆุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกramek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกramok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰‹้•ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zapestnica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ armband

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั–ะปะตะทั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ›แƒแƒฏแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bilษ™zik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pulsera

Etymology

The word 'bangle' originated in Hindi and Urdu languages, deriving from the Sanskrit word 'bangrika', which means 'glass'. Bangles have been worn for centuries in various cultures as a symbol of beauty and tradition. They can be made from different materials such as gold, silver, glass, or even plastic, and are often worn as part of traditional attire or as fashion accessories.

See also: bangles.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,827 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.