Lungis are traditionally worn as lower garments by men in many parts of Asia, especially in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The word "lungi" is mainly used in South India, while it is known as "veshti" or "mundu" in the north. There are various synonyms for lungis in different countries and regions, such as dhoti, gamcha, sarong, izār, and thal. The dhoti is a form of the Indian lungi, while gamcha is commonly worn by men in Bengal and Bihar. Sarongs are worn in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, while izār is a Middle Eastern garment, and thal is worn in Afghanistan. Despite the different names, lungis and their synonyms share a common purpose: providing comfort and ease of movement in everyday life.