Bangle: meaning, definitions and examples
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bangle
[ หbรฆลษกษl ]
jewelry
A rigid bracelet or anklet, typically made of metal, wood, or plastic, worn as an ornament around the wrist or ankle.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
๐ต๐น pulseira
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Armband
๐ฎ๐ฉ gelang
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑัะฐัะปะตั
๐ต๐ฑ bransoletka
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฌในใฌใใ
๐ซ๐ท bracelet
๐ช๐ธ pulsera
๐น๐ท bilezik
๐ฐ๐ท ํ์ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ nรกramek
๐ธ๐ฐ nรกramok
๐จ๐ณ ๆ้ฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ zapestnica
๐ฎ๐ธ armband
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑัะปะตะทัะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแฏแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bilษzik
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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