Sari

usgb/ˈsɑːri/
noun

A type of clothing traditionally worn by women from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

She wore a beautiful red sari to the festival.
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  • wear a sari
  • drape a sari
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Cultural Garment

Understand 'sari' as a symbol of cultural heritage, not just a piece of clothing.

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Each sari in her collection represents a different region of India.
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Formal Attire

Saris can be formal or festive attire; often worn at weddings, religious ceremonies, and festivals.

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She chose a golden sari for the wedding ceremony.
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Draping Styles

There are various ways to drape a sari, and these styles can carry different regional significances.

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Her sari was draped in the traditional Bengali style.
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