Sala
साला
SAH-lah
Sala (साला) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a term for brother-in-law, often used colloquially. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer SALA (4).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #697.
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.
Sala as a crossword answer
Sala is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A term for brother-in-law, often used colloquially” (4)
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