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10 Language-to-English DictionariesPunjab
Pronunciation / Transliteration: Punjab
"Il Punjab è noto per la sua cucina deliziosa."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A region in northern India and eastern Pakistan, known for its rich agricultural land and cultural heritage.
"Punjab is famous for its vibrant festivals and delicious cuisine." - 2
A state in India that is part of the Punjab region, known for its Sikh population and historical significance.
"The Indian state of Punjab plays a crucial role in the country's agriculture."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Punjab' is derived from the Persian words 'panj' meaning 'five' and 'aab' meaning 'water', referring to the five rivers that flow through the region. This term has been used since the Mughal era in the Indian subcontinent and reflects the geographical and cultural significance of the area.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Punjab" is said worldwide
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Pendjab
Transliteration: Pãdʒab
"Le Pendjab est connu pour sa culture riche."
Punjab
Transliteration: Punjab
"Der Punjab ist berühmt für seine Landwirtschaft."
Punjab
Transliteration: Punjab
"Il Punjab è noto per la sua cucina deliziosa."
Punyab
Transliteration: Punyab
"El Punyab es famoso por sus festivales vibrantes."
Punjab
Transliteration: Punjab
"O Punjab é uma região rica em cultura."
पंजाब
Transliteration: Panjab
"पंजाब अपनी समृद्ध संस्कृति के लिए जाना जाता है।"
旁遮普
Transliteration: Pángzhēpǔ
"旁遮普以其丰富的文化而闻名。"
펀자브
Transliteration: Peonjabeu
"펀자브는 농업으로 유명합니다."
パンジャブ
Transliteration: Panjabu
"パンジャブは豊かな文化で知られています。"
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