Diwali related vocabulary

Diwali related vocabulary:

1. Deepavali in English means 'A row of lights'. (deep = light, avali = a row) - दीपावली का अर्थ होता है दीपों की एक पंक्ति.

2. Exile = the state of being barred from one's native country. - वनवास

E.g. Diwali is the celebration of the return of Lord Ram after 14 years of exile.

3. Ritual = a religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order. एक प्रकार का अनुष्ठान जिसमें कई धार्मिक क्रियाएं की जाती हैं.

E.g. Lakshmi Pooja is a ritual performed on the day of Diwali.

4. Motif = a decorative image or design - एक सजावटी रचना या छवि.

E.g. People decorate the entrance of their house with Rangoli motifs on Diwali. 

Diwali related vocabulary

5. Clay Lamps = Diya - दीपक

E.g. Clay lamps are lit during Diwali.

6. Auspicious = attended by good fortune - शुभ अथवा भाग्यशील

E.g. Diwali is an auspicious occasion for Hindus.

7. Prosperity = a successful, flourishing condition, especially in financial respects -समृद्धि,  सफलता और सौभाग्य.

E.g. This Diwali may you be blessed with good fortune, wealth, prosperity, and happiness. 

8. Fireworks = आतिशबाज़ी

E.g. On Diwali night, fireworks light up the neighborhood skies. 

9. Crackers = a firework that explodes with a sharp noise.पटाखे

E.g. Crackers fascinate both young and old.

10. Illuminated = lit up. जगमगाता हुआ, सुसज्जित

E.g. Homes are illuminated with lamps on Diwali.