Gujarati · Nature & Environment

જંગલ

jangal

Forest

Beginnernoun

Definition

A large area covered with trees; Gir forest is the lion's last home.

Example

ગીરના જંગલમાં સિંહ રહે છે.

Lions live in the Gir forest.

Etymology

The word 'જંગલ' (jangal) is derived from the Sanskrit 'जंगल' (jaṅgala), meaning a forest or wilderness. Its linguistic roots reflect ancient concepts of natural landscapes.

How & Where It’s Used

'જંગલ' is commonly used in both spoken and written Gujarati, often in informal contexts when discussing nature or wildlife. The term has a universal appeal across various regions.

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