World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesParka
/ˈpɑːr.kə/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A warm, hooded jacket made of waterproof material, typically worn in cold weather.
"She wore her parka to stay warm during the winter storm." - 2
A type of coat that is insulated and often lined with fur or synthetic materials.
"The parka kept him cozy while hiking in the snowy mountains."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'parka' originates from the Aleut language, where it referred to a type of fur garment worn by indigenous peoples in cold climates. It was adopted into English in the 19th century, reflecting the influence of Arctic exploration and the need for warm clothing.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Parka" is said worldwide
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parka
Transliteration: parka
"Elle a porté sa parka pour se protéger du froid."
Parka
Transliteration: Parka
"Er trug seinen Parka, um warm zu bleiben."
parka
Transliteration: parka
"Ha indossato la parka per affrontare il freddo."
parka
Transliteration: parka
"Llevaba una parka para protegerse del frío."
parka
Transliteration: parka
"Ela usou uma parka para se manter aquecida."
पार्का
Transliteration: pārkā
"उसने ठंड से बचने के लिए पार्का पहना।"
派克大衣
Transliteration: pài kè dàyī
"她穿着派克大衣以抵御寒冷。"
파카
Transliteration: paka
"그는 추위를 막기 위해 파카를 입었다."
パーカー
Transliteration: pākā
"彼女は寒さを防ぐためにパーカーを着ていた。"
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