noun
burka
BKUH
Burka (noun) means a full-body garment, traditionally worn in parts of the Caucasus, made of felt or lambskin. Example: “The shepherd wore a heavy burka to stay warm on the mountain.”
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A full-body garment, traditionally worn in parts of the Caucasus, made of felt or lambskin.
"The shepherd wore a heavy burka to stay warm on the mountain."
How to use burka
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional felt or fur cloak from the Caucasus region.
Common mistake
Not to be confused with "burqa", the full-body veiling garment worn by some Muslim women — a different word with a different origin.
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Word forms
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- burkas
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Etymology
Borrowed from Russian búrka; the earlier origin of the word is disputed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “burka” mean?
The word “burka” means a full-body garment, traditionally worn in parts of the Caucasus, made of felt or lambskin. In plain terms, a traditional felt or fur cloak from the Caucasus region.
How do you pronounce “burka”?
“Burka” is pronounced BKUH (/ˈbɝkə/ in IPA).
How do you use “burka” in a sentence?
Here is “burka” used in a sentence: “The shepherd wore a heavy burka to stay warm on the mountain.”
What part of speech is “burka”?
“Burka” is a noun.
Where does the word “burka” come from?
The word “burka” comes from Russian. Borrowed from Russian búrka; the earlier origin of the word is disputed.
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