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Sala

साला
SAH-lah

A term for brother-in-law, often used colloquially.

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Meaning & usage

In Hindi and several other Indian languages, 'sala' refers to a brother-in-law, specifically the wife's brother. While it is a familial term, it is often used in a colloquial and sometimes derogatory manner in casual conversation, depending on the context and tone.

In a sentence

He jokingly called his friend 'sala' during their playful argument.

As seen in crosswords

Sala is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A term for brother-in-law, often used colloquially” (4)

Play the crossword that uses it — MG Mini #697

Category: General Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

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