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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBengal
/bɛnˈɡɔːl/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A region in South Asia, primarily located in the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent, known for its rich cultural heritage and history.
"Bengal is famous for its literature, art, and cuisine." - 2
A state in India, West Bengal, which is known for its capital city, Kolkata.
"West Bengal is a vibrant state with a diverse population."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Bengal' originates from the Bengali language 'Bengal', which is derived from the ancient name 'Vanga'. The region has a rich history, with influences from various cultures and languages over centuries, including Persian and Arabic, which contributed to its modern nomenclature.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Bengal" is said worldwide
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Bengale
Transliteration: bɑ̃ɡal
"Le Bengale est connu pour sa culture riche."
Bengalen
Transliteration: bɛŋˈɡaːlən
"Bengalen hat eine reiche Geschichte."
Bengala
Transliteration: beŋˈɡaːla
"Il Bengala è famoso per la sua cucina."
Bengala
Transliteration: beŋˈɡala
"Bengala es conocido por su arte y literatura."
Bengala
Transliteration: beŋˈɡalɐ
"Bengala é famoso por sua cultura vibrante."
बंगाल
Transliteration: baŋɡal
"बंगाल अपनी समृद्ध संस्कृति के लिए जाना जाता है।"
孟加拉
Transliteration: Mèngjiālā
"孟加拉以其丰富的文化而闻名。"
벵골
Transliteration: Baenggol
"벵골은 그 풍부한 문화로 유명합니다."
ベンガル
Transliteration: Bengaru
"ベンガルはその豊かな文化で知られています。"
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