What is another word for bindi?
Pronunciation: [bˈa͡ɪndɪ] (IPA) 
Bindi is a traditional Indian adornment worn usually on the forehead between the eyebrows. It is a mark made of vermillion or kumkum powder, worn by women for religious and cultural significance. Few other synonyms to this representation can be tilaka, tika, or pottu, which are different variations of the Bindi across India and some other cultures. Apart from the religious significance, the bindi is also used as a fashion statement by a younger generation and is available in various colors, designs, and embellishments. In some communities, it is believed that the bindi's placement signifies the mystical third eye or ajna chakra. However, no matter the synonym used, the bindi continues to hold its tradition and charm.
