What is another word for Mela?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛlə] (IPA)

Mela is a word of Indian origin that means "fair" or "festival." It is used to describe events that celebrate religious or cultural occasions. In Hinduism, melas are held to mark auspicious occasions, such as the return of a deity to the temple or the start of a new agricultural season. Some popular synonyms for mela include utsav, jatra, yatra, and mahotsav. Utsav is another word of Indian origin that means "festival," while jatra refers to a traveling fair. Yatra is a term that describes a pilgrimage or journey, while mahotsav is a grand festival or celebration. All of these words evoke the colorful and vibrant nature of these cultural events.

What are the hypernyms for Mela?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Mela

"Well, do come along, then, mother," said Mela; and she got her out of the room, with Mrs. Mandel's help, and up the stairs.
"A Hazard of New Fortunes, Part Fifth"
William Dean Howells
"I'm goin' to stay, Mela," said the old man, gently, without moving.
"A Hazard of New Fortunes, Part Fifth"
William Dean Howells
She put her arm round her mother, to lift her from her chair, but the old man did not stir, and Mela called Mrs. Mandel from the next room.
"A Hazard of New Fortunes, Part Fifth"
William Dean Howells

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