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ganga

guhng-GA

Ganga (name) means the river Ganges, personified as a goddess in Hinduism. Example: “Pilgrims bathe in Ganga believing its waters cleanse the soul.”

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The river Ganges, personified as a goddess in Hinduism.
"Pilgrims bathe in Ganga believing its waters cleanse the soul."

How to use ganga

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In plain EnglishThe Hindu name for the Ganges river, often referred to as a sacred goddess.

Word forms

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Etymology

From French ganga, from Catalan ganga.

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ganga” mean?

The word “ganga” means the river Ganges, personified as a goddess in Hinduism. In plain terms, the Hindu name for the Ganges river, often referred to as a sacred goddess.

How do you pronounce “ganga”?

“Ganga” is pronounced guhng-GA (/ɡəŋˈɡaː/ in IPA).

How do you use “ganga” in a sentence?

Here is “ganga” used in a sentence: “Pilgrims bathe in Ganga believing its waters cleanse the soul.”

What part of speech is “ganga”?

“Ganga” is a name.

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