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burka

 

[ หˆbษœหr.kษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clothing, tradition

A burka is a full-body garment worn by some Muslim women, designed to cover their bodies and faces in public. It typically features a mesh screen or cloth covering the face, allowing only the eyes to be visible. The burka is often associated with particular cultural or religious practices within Islam. While the garment is predominantly worn in Afghanistan, similar types of coverings exist in other cultures.

Synonyms

abaya, hijab, niqab

Examples of usage

  • She wore a burka during the cultural festival.
  • The burka is a symbol of modesty for some Muslim women.
  • During the visit, the woman chose to wear a burka for privacy.

Translations

Translations of the word "burka" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น burca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเฅเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Burka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burqa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒั€ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ burka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒซใ‚ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท burqa

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ burka

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท burka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋ฅด์นด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑู‚ุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ burka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ burka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅธƒๅก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ burka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ burka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑัƒั€ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ แƒฅแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ burka

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ burka

Etymology

The term 'burka' is derived from the Arabic word 'burquสฟ', which refers to a cloak or a veil. Its usage can be traced back to the 19th century, particularly in the context of Afghan culture, where it became associated with the clothing practices among some Muslim women. The burka signifies not only modesty but also cultural identity in various regions. Over the years, the garment has sparked discussions around women's rights, cultural heritage, and religious expression. While some women choose to wear the burka as an expression of their faith, others view it as a social imposition. The evolution of the burka is intertwined with changing perceptions of gender and cultural practices in the global Muslim community.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,524, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.