Mehmaan-nawazi
مہمان نوازی
meh-MAAN na-WAH-zee
Mehmaan-nawazi (مہمان نوازی) is a Urdu-origin word used in Indian English, meaning the act of hospitality or welcoming guests. In crosswords it is the 13-letter answer MEHMAAN-NAWAZI (7,6).
Meaning & usage
Mehmaan-nawazi is a term used in South Asian cultures, particularly in Urdu-speaking regions, to describe the warm and generous hospitality extended to guests. It signifies the importance placed on treating guests with respect, kindness, and generosity, often involving elaborate meals and attentive care.
In a sentence
The family's mehmaan-nawazi was evident in the lavish dinner they prepared for their guests.
Mehmaan-nawazi as a crossword answer
Mehmaan-nawazi is a 13-letter answer. A typical clue:
“The act of hospitality or welcoming guests” (7,6)
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