Mehndi: meaning, definitions and examples

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mehndi

 

[ mษ›ndi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

body art

Mehndi is a form of body art originating from the ancient Indian subcontinent, where decorative designs are created on a person's skin using a paste made from the leaves of the henna plant. Traditionally applied during weddings and festivals, mehndi is believed to bring good luck and is used to adorn brides and their families.

Synonyms

body art, henna, tattoo

Examples of usage

  • She had intricate mehndi designs on her hands for the wedding.
  • The mehndi ceremony was filled with laughter and joy.
  • Many cultures celebrate special occasions with mehndi.
  • He learned to apply mehndi patterns from his grandmother.

Translations

Translations of the word "mehndi" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคนเค‚เคฆเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Henna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ henna

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั…ะตะฝะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ˜ใƒŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฉ”ํ—จ๋””

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู†ุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็พŽ็”ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตั…ะตะฝะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒฐแƒ”แƒœแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mehndi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mehndi

Word origin

The word 'mehndi' comes from the Arabic word 'mแธฅndฤซ', which refers to the henna plant and its usage for dyeing skin and hair. This art form has been practiced for thousands of years in various cultures, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East. The use of henna can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where it was used not only for body decoration but also for cosmetic and medicinal purposes. In India, mehndi gained popularity during the Mughal era, and it became an essential part of traditional Indian weddings as a symbol of joy, celebration, and fertility. Over the years, the patterns and designs have evolved, incorporating influences from different cultures, making mehndi a significant aspect of various celebrations across the globe.