Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bala

noun
/ˈbɑː.lə/
Definition
Bala refers to a type of fish that is often found in tropical waters of Southeast Asia.
Examples
  • The bala is a popular fish in Southeast Asian cuisine.
  • She felt a great sense of bala when she completed the marathon.
Meaning
In a broader context, ‘bala’ can also mean strength or power in several languages, notably in Sanskrit.
Synonyms
  • strength
  • power
  • fish (in the context of aquatic life)