Hindi · Daily Life
कपड़े
kapde
Clothes
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
Things you wear, such as shirts and trousers.
Example
उसने त्योहार के लिए नए कपड़े खरीदे।
She bought new clothes for the festival.
Etymology
'कपड़े' (kapde) comes from the Sanskrit word 'कप्' (kap), meaning cloth or garment. The term has evolved through historical linguistic changes in the Indo-Aryan languages.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in daily conversations and writing, 'कपड़े' is suitable for both formal discussions about textiles or clothing and informal contexts. It varies regionally in its specific references to types of clothing.
Literary Heritage
The term is featured in numerous works of literature and folk songs that discuss attire and cultural identity.