Firangi
फिरंगी
fi-RAN-gee
Firangi (फिरंगी) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a term for foreigner, especially of European descent. In crosswords it is the 7-letter answer FIRANGI (7).
Meaning & usage
Firangi is a Hindi term historically used to refer to foreigners, particularly Europeans. The word is derived from 'Franks', which originally referred to the French but later came to denote Europeans in general. In Indian history, it often carried connotations of colonialism and foreign influence, especially during the British Raj.
In a sentence
The firangi visitors were fascinated by the rich culture and traditions of India.
Firangi as a crossword answer
Firangi is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A term for foreigner, especially of European descent” (7)
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