lakh
What is another word for lakh? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Num — In South Asian English, the number one hundred thousand (100,000).
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How to use lakh
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
one lakh rupees
lakhs of people
Etymology
From Hindi/Urdu लाख / لاکھ (lākh), from Sanskrit lakṣa.
Full origin of lakh →Frequently asked questions
What does “lakh” mean?
The word “lakh” means in South Asian English, the number one hundred thousand (100,000). In plain terms, a South Asian counting unit meaning 100,000, used constantly in Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi English.
How do you pronounce “lakh”?
“Lakh” is pronounced lahk (/lɑk/ in IPA).
How do you use “lakh” in a sentence?
Here is “lakh” used in a sentence: “The car costs five lakh rupees.”
What part of speech is “lakh”?
“Lakh” is a num.
Where does the word “lakh” come from?
The word “lakh” comes from Sanskrit. From Hindi/Urdu लाख / لاکھ (lākh), from Sanskrit lakṣa.
