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चकवै

noun

चकवै meaning in English

A traditional flat, disc-shaped toy or weight used in folk games.

Detailed Explanation

A flat, circular object, typically made of wood, stone, or metal, used in traditional Indian folk games such as 'chakri' or 'chakva'. It is often spun on the ground or thrown in a circular motion. In some regional contexts, it may also refer to a type of flat bread or a decorative disc, but the primary lexicographical meaning in the context of games and traditional objects is the spinning disc.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is primarily used in rural and traditional contexts in India. It is distinct from 'chakram' (a weapon) though they share similar shapes. In some dialects, it may be pronounced as 'chakvai' or 'chakvi'.

उदाहरण वाक्य

बच्चों ने चकवै खेलना शुरू किया।
The children started playing with the chakvai (spinning disc).
वह चकवै को ज़मीन पर घुमा रहा था।
He was spinning the chakvai on the ground.