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khadi

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈkʰɑːdi/

KK: /kʰɑːdi/

noun
Definition

A rough, handwoven cotton fabric that is produced in India, often used for making clothing and other textiles.


Example

She wore a beautiful dress made of khadi at the festival.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried wearing khadi?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's really comfortable.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's a soft and breathable fabric, perfect for hot weather.
Sloth B
Sounds great! I should definitely look for some khadi clothes.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fabric
cloth
textile
Antonyms
synthetic
artificial
plastic
Root Explanation

Khadi originates from Hindi 'khadi', meaning handspun cloth. It refers specifically to a type of fabric that is handwoven, often associated with the Indian independence movement and the promotion of self-reliance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'handspun cloth' when you hear 'khadi' — it helps you remember that khadi is a special fabric made by hand.

Visually Confused Words
khuai
khasi
khami
khaki
khair
kadmi
hadji
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