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Dulha

दुल्हा
DOOL-ha

Dulha (दुल्हा) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a groom in a wedding ceremony. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer DULHA (5).

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Meaning & usage

In Indian weddings, 'dulha' refers to the groom, the male participant in the marriage ceremony. The term is commonly used in Hindi-speaking regions and is an integral part of wedding traditions, where the dulha is often dressed in traditional attire and participates in various rituals.

In a sentence

The dulha arrived at the wedding venue on a beautifully decorated horse.

Dulha as a crossword answer

Dulha is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A groom in a wedding ceremony” (5)

Category: General Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

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