7 English Words Which Have Been Derived From Sanskrit

Nov 14, 2023, 19:24 IST

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1. Juggernaut

The word 'Juggernaut' has been derived from the word 'Jagannatha' which means 'lord of the world'.

2. Orange

This has been derived from the Sanskrit word 'naranga' which refers to the citrus fruit.

3. Punch

The word 'punch' has originated from the Sanskrit word 'panch', which means five.

4. Loot

This has been derived from the words 'loptra' or 'lotra' and it means 'to rob, plunder'.

5. Man

The word 'man' has come from 'manu', which refers to 'the father of mankind'.

6. Jungle

The word jungle comes from the Sanskrit word 'jangala' which refers to a dry and uncultivated land which is waterless.

7. Avatar

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