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10 Language-to-English DictionariesWest Bengal
/wɛst bɛnˈɡɔːl/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A state in eastern India, bordered by Bangladesh to the east, known for its cultural heritage and economic significance.
"West Bengal is famous for its festivals, particularly Durga Puja." - 2
The capital city of West Bengal is Kolkata, which was formerly known as Calcutta.
"Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is often referred to as the 'City of Joy'."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'West Bengal' originates from the Bengali word 'Bengal', which is derived from the ancient kingdom of Vanga. The region has a rich history influenced by various dynasties and cultures, including the Mauryas and the Mughals, evolving over centuries into a significant cultural and political entity in India.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "West Bengal" is said worldwide
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Bengale-Occidental
Transliteration: Bengale-Occidental
"Le Bengale-Occidental est connu pour sa riche culture."
Westbengalen
Transliteration: Vestbengalen
"Westbengalen hat eine vielfältige Geschichte."
Bengala Occidentale
Transliteration: Bengala Occidentale
"Il Bengala Occidentale è famoso per la sua cucina."
Bengala Occidental
Transliteration: Bengala Occidental
"Bengala Occidental es conocido por su arte y literatura."
Bengala Ocidental
Transliteration: Bengala Ocidental
"Bengala Ocidental tem uma rica herança cultural."
पश्चिम बंगाल
Transliteration: Pashchim Bengal
"पश्चिम बंगाल की संस्कृति बहुत समृद्ध है।"
西孟加拉
Transliteration: Xī Mèngjiālā
"西孟加拉以其丰富的文化而闻名。"
서벵골
Transliteration: Seobenggol
"서벵골은 다양한 전통으로 유명합니다."
西ベンガル
Transliteration: Nishi Bengaru
"西ベンガルはその文化遺産で知られています。"
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