🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

kurta

Pronunciation / Transliteration: kurta

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Kurta/ˈkʊər.tə/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #15000 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"Ha indossato un kurta colorato per il festival."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A loose-fitting, collarless shirt, typically worn by men and women in South Asia.

    "He wore a colorful kurta to the festival, showcasing traditional craftsmanship."
  2. 2

    A garment that can be knee-length or longer, often paired with trousers or leggings.

    "She chose a long kurta to wear over her leggings for a comfortable yet stylish look."

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Antonyms & Contrasting Words (1)

Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'kurta' originates from the Persian word 'kurtah', which referred to a type of shirt or tunic. It has been adopted into various South Asian languages, particularly Hindi and Urdu, where it denotes a traditional garment worn by men and women, especially in India and Pakistan.

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