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Kerala
KEH-ruh-luh
Kerala (name) means a state on the southwestern coast of India, known for its backwaters, beaches, and high literacy rate. Example: “Kerala is often called "God's Own Country" for its natural beauty.”
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A state on the southwestern coast of India, known for its backwaters, beaches, and high literacy rate.
"Kerala is often called "God's Own Country" for its natural beauty."
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Etymology
Borrowed from Malayalam കേരളം (kēraḷaṁ), which is of uncertain origin. One popular theory derives the name from Malayalam കേരം (kēraṁ, “coconut tree”) and Malayalam അളം (aḷaṁ, “land”), thus "land of coconuts", which is also the state's nickname. More at Kerala § Etymology on Wikipedia.
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What does “Kerala” mean?
The word “Kerala” means a state on the southwestern coast of India, known for its backwaters, beaches, and high literacy rate.
How do you pronounce “Kerala”?
“Kerala” is pronounced KEH-ruh-luh (/ˈkɛ.ɹə.lə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kerala” in a sentence?
Here is “Kerala” used in a sentence: “Kerala is often called "God's Own Country" for its natural beauty.”
What part of speech is “Kerala”?
“Kerala” is a name.
Is “Kerala” a common word?
“Kerala” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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