Dupatta: meaning, definitions and examples
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dupatta
[ duหหpสtษ ]
traditional clothing
A long scarf or shawl worn by women, typically with salwar kameez or other traditional Indian outfits. It is often embroidered or decorated with intricate designs.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- It is common for Indian women to drape a dupatta over their shoulders.
- She wore a beautiful silk dupatta with her outfit.
- The dupatta adds an elegant touch to the traditional attire.
Translations
Translations of the word "dupatta" in other languages:
๐ต๐น dupatta
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเฅเคชเคเฅเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Dupatta
๐ฎ๐ฉ dupatta
๐บ๐ฆ ะดัะฟะฐััะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ dupatta
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฅใใใฟ
๐ซ๐ท dupatta
๐ช๐ธ dupatta
๐น๐ท dupatta
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ํํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏูุจุงุชุง
๐จ๐ฟ dupatta
๐ธ๐ฐ dupatta
๐จ๐ณ ๆๅธๅก
๐ธ๐ฎ dupatta
๐ฎ๐ธ dupatta
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดัะฟะฐััะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dupatta
๐ฒ๐ฝ dupatta
Word origin
The word 'dupatta' originated from the Persian language, where 'do-patta' means 'two pieces of cloth'. It was introduced to the Indian subcontinent during the Mughal era and has since become an integral part of traditional Indian attire. The dupatta has evolved in style and design over the years, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of India.