December 31, 2014

Common Hindi / Punjabi Words of Portuguese Origin


"Chabi" from "Chavi" in Portuguese meaning key
"Aya" from "Aia" in Portuguese meaning nanny
"Istari" from "Estirar" in Portuguese meaning stainless iron
"Balti" from "Balde" in Portuguese meaning bucket
"Pagaar" from "Pagar" in Portuguese meaning wage/salary
"Neelaam"(auction),
Taulia(towel),
Faltoo(extra) etc

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