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Jaasti

ಜಾಸ್ತಿ
JAA-stee

Jaasti (ಜಾಸ್ತಿ) is a Kannada-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a Kannada word meaning 'more' or 'excess'. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer JAASTI (6).

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Meaning & usage

In Kannada, 'jaasti' means 'more' or 'excess'. It is commonly used in everyday conversation to indicate a quantity greater than what is usual or necessary. The term can be used in various contexts, such as food, work, or time.

In a sentence

I think I added a bit too much sugar; it's jaasti sweet now.

Jaasti as a crossword answer

Jaasti is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A Kannada word meaning 'more' or 'excess'” (6)

Category: General Origin: Kannada Script: Kannada

Related words

  • Jhakaas — A colloquial term meaning 'awesome' or 'fantastic' in Mumbai slang.
  • Howda — Yes, or Is that so
  • Oota — A meal or food in Kannada.
  • Jam — A type of fruit preserve or traffic jam in Hindi.
  • Kallepooni — Another word for anything, whatever
  • Machha — Dude

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