noun
bhangra
BAHNG-gruh
noun
1
An energetic style of music and dance from the Punjab region, traditionally performed at harvest celebrations.
"The wedding ended with everyone dancing bhangra until midnight."
2
A modern fusion genre blending Punjabi rhythms with electronic dance music.
"The DJ mixed bhangra beats into his club set."
How to Use Bhangra
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA lively Punjabi folk dance and music style, now also blended into modern pop and electronic music.
Word Forms
bhangras plural
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Etymology
From Punjabi bhaṅgṛā, related to bhaṅg ("hemp"), reflecting the folk dance's roots in harvest festivities.