Language/Kannada/Vocabulary/Clothes
Hi Kannada learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn about the various types of clothes in Kannada that one uses to describe what they are wearing or want to purchase. Clothe yourselves, this is going to be fun! 🙌🏼
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: Resources, Kannada Vocabulary → Introductions, Languages (bhashegalu) & Meals and Ingredients.
Kannada Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are the different types of clothing you can learn in Kannada:
Kannada | Pronunciation | English |
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ಕೊಬ್ಬಣಿ | Kobbani | Shirt |
ಜೊಡೆ | Jode | T-shirt |
ಉಜ್ಜವಳ | Ujjavala | Blouse |
ಕುಂಡಲೀ | Kundali | Earrings |
ದಿಗಂಬರ | Digambara | Bottoms |
ಪೈನ ಬಟ್ಟೆ | Paina Batte | Underwear |
ನಿಲುವಂಗಿ | Nilu vangi | Scarf |
ಸೇರು | Sery | Saree |
ಕುಂಡಿಯೊಣ್ಣೆ | Kundiyonne | Bangles |
ನವಿಲು | Navilu | Toe ring |
ಕಂಕಣ | Kankan | Bracelet |
ಗಳಿಗೆ | Galige | Anklets |
ಟಾಪ್ | Taap | Top |
ಹೊಚ್ಚುವಟ್ಟ | Hocchu vattu | Jacket |
ಸೂಟ್ | Suit | Suit |
ಸ್ಕರ್ಟ್ | Skirt | Skirt |
ಜಿನುಗು | Jinugu | Belt |
ಪಟ್ಟುಕೊಡು | Pattukodu | Tie (accessory) |
ಬಟ್ಟೆ | Batte | Clothes |
ಪೇಟಿ | Peti | Purse |
ಸೀರೆ | Seere | Towel |
Example Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Person 1: ನನ್ನ ಬಟ್ಟೆ ಇಷ್ಟವಾದುದು. (Nanna batte ishtavadu) (I like my clothes )
Person 2: ನಾನು ಈ ಸೇರ್ ಧರಿಸಬೇಕು. (Naanu E sare dharisabeku) (I have to wear this Saree)
Person 1: ನೀನು ಯಾವ ಸ್ಕರ್ಟ್ ಉಟ್ಟೆ ? (Neenu yaava skirt utte?) (Which skirt are you wearing?)
Person 2: ಈ ಸೂಟ್ ನೋಡಿದೆಯೇ?( ee suit-nodideye?) (Have you seen this suit?)
Using Clothes Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
To improve your Kannada Vocabulary, try describing what you are wearing or the clothes you like. You can also visit a clothing store and point out the different types of clothes you would want to purchase. You can find native speakers of Kannada on Polyglot Club and ask them any questions!
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
That wraps up another fun lesson in Kannada vocabulary! Hope you found it interesting and useful. Keep practicing and incorporating these words in your daily conversations. 🤓
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
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With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: Kannada Vocabulary → Basic Greetings and Introductions ..., Kannada Vocabulary → Common Verbs and Actions → Basic Verbs, Days of the week (dinagalu) & Fruits.
Videos[edit | edit source]
Vocabulary - Clothes - socks, jacket, skirt, dress (Kannada) - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Animals
- Days of the Week
- Count to 10
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Food
- Feelings and Emotions
- Resources
- Days of the week (dinagalu)
- How to say Good Bye?
Sources[edit | edit source]