Dashiki: meaning, definitions and examples

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dashiki

 

[ dษ™หˆสƒiหki ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clothing style

A dashiki is a loose-fitting, colorful garment worn in West African countries. It is typically made from cotton or a cotton blend and features ornate designs and patterns. Dashikis are often worn by men and sometimes women, commonly during cultural festivals, ceremonies, or casual outings.

Synonyms

kaftan, robe, tunic

Examples of usage

  • He wore a vibrant dashiki to the cultural festival.
  • The dashiki is a symbol of African heritage and pride.
  • Many people appreciate the comfort of a dashiki in hot weather.

Translations

Translations of the word "dashiki" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅˆเคถเคฟเค•เฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะฐัˆะธะบั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ€ใ‚ทใ‚ญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ค์‹œํ‚ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุงุดูŠูƒูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่พพ่ฅฟๅŸบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dashiki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะฐัˆะธะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒจแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daลŸiki

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dashiki

Etymology

The term 'dashiki' originates from the West African Hausa language, where 'dashi' means 'clothing'. The garment gained popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, particularly among African American communities embracing their cultural roots during the Civil Rights Movement. The dashiki became a symbol of pride and identity, often adorned with bright colors and traditional African patterns that reflect various ethnic groups' heritage. Throughout the years, it has transcended its cultural origins, finding its place in fashion worldwide, often associated with the celebration of African culture and aesthetics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,946, 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.