Bengale (en. Bengal)

/bɛŋɡal/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A region in South Asia, which includes West Bengal in India and Bangladesh.

Bengal is known for its rich culture and delicious cuisine.

Le Bengale est connu pour sa culture riche et sa cuisine délicieuse.

A language spoken mainly in Bangladesh and the Indian state of West Bengal.

Bengali is the official language of Bangladesh.

Le bengali est la langue officielle du Bangladesh.

A species of large feline, the Bengal tiger, which mainly lives in India.

The Bengal tiger is threatened by habitat loss.

Le tigre du Bengale est menacé par la perte de son habitat.

From the Portuguese word 'Bengala', probably derived from the Sanskrit term 'Vanga', which referred to the region.

Bengal Song

A typical song from Bengali culture.

Chanson du Bengale

Bengali Cuisine

The dishes and culinary specialties of the Bengal region.

Cuisine bengalie

Bengali Renaissance

A cultural movement in the 19th century that enriched Bengali art and literature.

Renaissance bengalie

bengali

The language and people of the Bengal region.

bengali

Calcutta

The capital of West Bengal, known for its history and culture.

Calcutta

Bengali New Year

New Year celebrated by the Bengali people.

Bengali Nouveau An

A person originating from Bengal.

He is a true Bengali, passionate about his culture.

Il est un vrai bengale, passionné de sa culture.

A way of life or manner of being unique to the Bengal region.

She adopts a very Bengali lifestyle, placing great importance on family.

Elle adopte un style de vie très bengale, avec une grande importance accordée à la famille.