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Bihar
bih-HAH
Bihar (name) means a state in eastern India, whose capital and largest city is Patna. Example: “Bihar has one of the fastest-growing populations in India.”
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A state in eastern India, whose capital and largest city is Patna.
"Bihar has one of the fastest-growing populations in India."
How to use Bihar
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn Indian state, home to the historic city of 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.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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