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राखी
/rɑːkʰiː/
What does "राखी" mean in English?
sacred threadभाई ने बहन को राखी बाँधी।
The brother tied a rakhi on his sister's wrist.
How to use "राखी" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
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A sacred thread or bracelet tied by a sister on her brother's wrist during the Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan, symbolizing a bond of protection.
राखी बाँधने के बाद भाई बहन को उपहार देता है।
After tying the rakhi, the brother gives a gift to his sister.
The word 'राखी' is derived from 'रक्षा' (protection) and 'बंधन' (bond). It is commonly used in the context of Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating sibling bonds.
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Cultural Context
Raksha Bandhan is a major Hindu festival celebrated in India and Nepal, symbolizing the love and duty between brothers and sisters. The rakhi thread represents the sister's prayers for her brother's well-being and the brother's lifelong vow to protect her.
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Usage in Sentences
Use 'राखी' in sentences related to the festival or sibling bonds. Example: 'उसने अपनी बहन को राखी बाँधी।' (He tied a rakhi to his sister.)
Word Origin
Derived from Sanskrit 'रक्षा' (rakṣā, 'protection') and 'बंधन' (bandhana, 'bond'), referring to the sacred thread symbolizing sibling protection.
Usage Notes
Primarily used during the Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan, but the term can also refer to any protective thread or bracelet in a symbolic context.
Word Breakdown
रक्षा
protection
rootबंधन
bond
rootहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश