Bihar
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Name — A state in eastern India, whose capital and largest city is Patna.
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Etymology
From Hindi बिहार (bihār), tracing back to Sanskrit vihāra, meaning "temple" or "monastery" — a nod to the region's ancient Buddhist monasteries.
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What does “Bihar” mean?
The word “Bihar” means a state in eastern India, whose capital and largest city is Patna. In plain terms, an Indian state, home to the historic city of Patna.
How do you pronounce “Bihar”?
“Bihar” is pronounced bih-HAH (/bɪˈhɑɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Bihar” in a sentence?
Here is “Bihar” used in a sentence: “Bihar has one of the fastest-growing populations in India.”
What part of speech is “Bihar”?
“Bihar” is a name.
Where does the word “Bihar” come from?
The word “Bihar” comes from Sanskrit. From Hindi बिहार (bihār), tracing back to Sanskrit vihāra, meaning "temple" or "monastery" — a nod to the region's ancient Buddhist monasteries.
Is “Bihar” a common word?
“Bihar” is an uncommon word in modern English.