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PRONUNCIATION OF SALWAR KAMEEZ

salwar kameez  [ˈsælwɑː ˌkæmiːz] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SALWAR KAMEEZ

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Salwar kameez is a noun.
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WHAT DOES SALWAR KAMEEZ MEAN IN ENGLISH?

salwar kameez

Shalwar kameez

Shalwar kameez, also spelled salwar kameez or shalwar qameez, is a traditional dress of South and Central Asia. In Afghanistan and Pakistan it is worn by both men and women but in India and Bangladesh it is worn mostly by women. Shalwar are loose pajama-like trousers. The legs are wide at the top, and narrow at the ankle. The kameez is a long shirt or tunic, often with a western-style collar; however, for female apparel, the term is now loosely applied to collarless or Mandarin collared kurtas. The side seams, left open below the waist-line, give the wearer greater freedom of movement.

Definition of salwar kameez in the English dictionary

The definition of salwar kameez in the dictionary is a long tunic worn over a pair of baggy trousers, usually worn by women, esp in Pakistan.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SALWAR KAMEEZ


Annamese
ˌænəˈmiːz
Assamese
ˌæsəˈmiːz
Burmese
bɜːˈmiːz
camise
kəˈmiːz
chemise
ʃəˈmiːz
fomes
ˈfəʊmiːz
Hermes
ˈhɜːmiːz
kameez
kəˈmiːz
limes
ˈlaɪmiːz
mease
miːz
mise
miːz
Siamese
ˌsaɪəˈmiːz
Sikkimese
ˌsɪkɪˈmiːz
Surinamese
ˌsʊərɪnæˈmiːz
tamise
tæˈmiːz
vermes
ˈvɜːmiːz
Vietnamese
ˌvjɛtnəˈmiːz

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SALWAR KAMEEZ

salvager
salvarsan
salvation
Salvation Army
Salvation Jane
salvational
salvationism
salvationist
salvatory
salve
salver
salverform
salvia
salvific
salvifical
salvifically
salviniaceous
salvo
salvor

WORDS THAT END LIKE SALWAR KAMEEZ

Alvarez
assez
Baez
bez
Chavez
chez
Cortez
entrez
fez
Jeez
Jerez
laydeez
Lopez
prez
rez
sez
Suez
suivez
Tevez
warez

Synonyms and antonyms of salwar kameez in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «salwar kameez» into 25 languages

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Translator English - Chinese

salwar沙丽克米兹
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

salwar kameez
570 millions of speakers

English

salwar kameez
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सलवार कमीज
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

بنطلون
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Шаровары
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

kameez
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

সালভার কামিজ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

kameez salwar
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Salwar kameez
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Salwar Kameez
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

サルワールカミーズ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

salwar의 의 kameez
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Salwar kameez
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

kameez salwar
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

சல்வார் கமீஸ்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

सलवार कमीज
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Salwar kameez
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

salwar kameez
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Szarawary
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

шаровари
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Pantaloni
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

salwar kameez
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Salwar kameez
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Vida byxor
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

salwar kameez
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of salwar kameez

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SALWAR KAMEEZ»

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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SALWAR KAMEEZ» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about salwar kameez

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SALWAR KAMEEZ»

Discover the use of salwar kameez in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to salwar kameez and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Elements of Fashion and Apparel Design
Chunari Saree, featured repeatedly in the ancient paintings, made their appearance. Though Saree was the main apparel for women, other modes of attire were also taking shape. The Salwar-Kameez was also apparent on the Indian scene.
G. J. Sumathi, 2002
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Fashioning Bollywood: The Making and Meaning of Hindi Film ...
Indeed, the normalization of the salwar kameez as a suitable garment for young and professional women can be attributed, in part, to film's co-option and development of the form. Initially thought of as the dress of Muslims, Punjabi Hindus, ...
Clare M. Wilkinson-Weber, 2013
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On the Heels of an Organist
It was now time to shop for the salwar kameez. A salwar kameez is a two-part outfit consisting of loose- fitting pants, the salwar, and an over-dress, the kameez. I chose a gorgeous purple kameez with an intricate beaded design. However, this ...
Jeannine Jordan, 2010
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Salwar Kameez: Pajamas, Trousers, South Asia, Churidar, ...
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online.
Lambert M. Surhone, Miriam T. Timpledon, Susan F. Marseken, 2010
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The Cultures of Economic Migration: International Perspectives
In the last decade or so within Indian society the meanings of so-called 'authentic' Indian dress have changed dramatically. For example, the North Western Indian regional attire called salwar-kameez has acquired a national status and most ...
Mr Suman Gupta, Mr Tope Omoniyi, 2012
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Dictionary of the English/Creole of Trinidad & Tobago: On ...
(Singh-Ramjattan 2003) shalwar-kameez shalwar-kameez, salwar-kameez n A traditional Indian woman's clothing consisting of tight trousers and a long loose shirt. /salwar kamiz/ (<H sarwāl 'trousers' + kamis 'shirt') ◊ Salwar-Kameez: ...
Lise Winer, 2009
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Rural Nostalgias and Transnational Dreams: Identity and ...
For the men, this means a white kurta (long shirt) with lunghi (a length of cloth wrapped around the lower body in the fashion of a skirt) 'like the Hindidhoti,' and pag (turban), while the women are dressed in salwar- kameez. The salwar- kameez ...
Nicola Mooney, 2011
8
Social Science a Textbook in History for Class IX as per New ...
petticoat, a waist to floor length skirt tied tightly at the waist by a drawstring; and a choli, a blouse that ends just below the bust. The salwar kameez is another most popular dress in northern India and is gaining in popularity fast with the ...
9
India: The Culture
Women all over India wear the colorful sari (left) and salwar kameez (right). Salwar kameez The salwar kameez is the typical clothing for Muslim and Sikh women. Many other women in India wear this comfortable garment as well. The kameez ...
Bobbie Kalman, 2009
10
Shakahaari
'a “r” “ l“ The Punjabi Salwar Kameez !: The Punjabi Salwar Kameez is a garment usually worn in Kashmir and Punjab regions, and is now popular all around the world as well, with different variations. There is a tight Salwar version, called the ...
Pritpal Marwaha

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SALWAR KAMEEZ»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term salwar kameez is used in the context of the following news items.
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Kolkata College Bans Short Skirts, Says 'Salwar Kameez, Sarees to …
"Salwar kameez and sarees should be worn properly," reads the notice which also bans round-neck t-shirts and prohibits boys from sporting earrings or studs. «NDTV, Jun 15»
2
Reawakening Broken Hill's Islamic past
Shaykh murshid ali, dressed in a grey-green salwar kameez embroidered at the collar, takes my hand, pressing it between two large, cool palms, and welcomes ... «WA today, Jun 15»
3
Drink driving: Mumbai advocate in police custody till June 12
Dressed in a salwar kameez, her face covered with a dupatta, Gadkar was seen weeping when she was brought to the Kurla court around 1.30pm. Her left hand ... «Hindustan Times, Jun 15»
4
The salwar-kameez-duppatta turns modern
Hundreds of working women live in the salwar kameez. It's easier to put on than the sari, roomy and airy enough in the heat, and comfortable and conservative ... «Hindustan Times, May 15»
5
Uniqlo launches Bangladeshi salwar kameez-inspired line
“Our goal was to combine the delicate embroidery, woven patterns and vibrant hues of the salwar kameez with our signature simple lines, clean silhouettes and ... «Fibre2fashion.com, Apr 15»
6
ChennaiStore Offers a Wide Range of Designer Salwar Kameez!
ChennaiStore is a one stop shop to buy Indian ethnic wear for various occasions. They are also offering a wide range of designer salwar kameez and suits, ... «PR Web, Apr 15»
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Bob cut, salwar kameez, sports shoes: Meet tomboy Kangana in …
Bob cut, salwar kameez and sports shoes, meet Kusum "Datto" Sangwan from Tanu Weds Manu sequel. IndiaToday.in March 31, 2015 | UPDATED 11:39 IST ... «India Today, Mar 15»
8
Flair & Square:Not so sari
I'd rather wear a salwar kameez. Or a tunic and trousers combo. The salwar kameez is often seen as a Mughal bequest. The Hindu-Muslim divide between a sari ... «The Indian Express, Feb 15»
9
Diya Aur Baati Hum: Why Is Ankur Upset With Sandhya?
First Sandhya hides from everyone saying she couldn't go to Scotland. Secondly, she doesn't reveal anyone why she requested to wear salwar kameez instead ... «FilmiBeat, Feb 15»
10
Pants & prejudice
Haryana's Women and Child Department three years ago asked female employees to only wear saris or salwar kameez and not "indecent" jeans. «Times of India, Feb 15»

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