Chunni Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/ˈtʃʊni/

Noun

A type of traditional Indian clothing, typically made of lightweight fabric, worn by women as a wrap or sari.

Derived from the Hindi word चुन्नी (chunni), meaning “a scarf” or “a piece of cloth wrapped around the head or body”.

Chunni is mainly used in Indian and Pakistani culture, and can be worn for formal or informal occasions.

The chunni has been featured in various Indian movies and TV shows, often symbolizing cultural identity and tradition.

Wearing a chunni is an idiomatic expression meaning “to wear a symbol of cultural heritage”.

The word chunni is relatively rare in everyday conversation, but it is commonly used in cultural and traditional contexts.