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Gaya

Gaya (name) means an ancient confederation of small kingdoms in what is now southern Korea, active roughly between the 1st and 6th centuries.

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An ancient confederation of small kingdoms in what is now southern Korea, active roughly between the 1st and 6th centuries.

A city and district in the Indian state of Bihar, known as an important Buddhist pilgrimage site.

How to use Gaya

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRefers either to an early Korean confederation of kingdoms or to a historic city in India near Bodh Gaya.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Korean 가야 (gaya).

Rhymes for Gaya

ya WYA MYA aya saya Maya kuya raya heya hiya kaya Jaya

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Gaya” mean?

The word “Gaya” means an ancient confederation of small kingdoms in what is now southern Korea, active roughly between the 1st and 6th centuries. In plain terms, refers either to an early Korean confederation of kingdoms or to a historic city in India near Bodh Gaya.

What part of speech is “Gaya”?

“Gaya” is a name.

How many meanings does “Gaya” have?

“Gaya” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an ancient confederation of small kingdoms in what is now southern Korea, active roughly between the 1st and 6th centuries.

What is the meaning of Gaya?

"Gaya" (name) means an ancient confederation of small kingdoms in what is now southern Korea, active roughly between the 1st and 6th centuries.