adj

pukka

Pukka (adj) means Genuine or authentic; hence of behaviour: correct, socially acceptable or proper.

adj

Genuine or authentic; hence of behaviour: correct, socially acceptable or proper.

Constructed as a permanent building, with high-quality materials (especially fired clay bricks and tiles as opposed to unfired mud and thatch).

Superior or of high quality; first-class; excellent.

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Etymology

From Hindi पक्का (pakkā, “certain, sure”), Punjabi ਪੱਕਾ (pakkā, “mature, ripe; cooked; strong, substantial; genuine, sound, true, valid”) and Urdu پکا (pakkā, “mature, ripe; cooked; strong, substantial; genuine, sound, true, valid”), from Sanskrit पक्व (pakva, “baked, cooked, roasted”), from पचति (pacati, “to bake, cook, roast”).

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What is the meaning of pukka?

"pukka" (adj) means genuine or authentic; hence of behaviour: correct, socially acceptable or proper.

What are the different meanings of pukka?

"pukka" has 3 main meanings: 1. Genuine or authentic; hence of behaviour: correct, socially acceptable or proper; 2. Constructed as a permanent building, with high-quality materials (especially fired clay bricks and tiles as opposed to unfired mud and thatch); 3. Superior or of high quality; first-class; excellent.