terai
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About the people, land, or culture of the Terai region
- adjective
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terai
- Traditional terai music reflects the diverse cultures of the region.
Examples
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Many terai communities depend on agriculture for their livelihoods.
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The terai region is known for its fertile soil.
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The terai plains are known for their rich biodiversity and fertile soil.
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Many farmers in the terai grow rice and wheat.
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The farmers in the Terai region grow a variety of crops due to the fertile soil.
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Traditional music is an important part of Terai culture, reflecting the history of the area.
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Many festivals celebrated in the Terai highlight the local customs and community spirit.
Surface Forms
terai positive
Etymology
The word terai comes from Hindi and Urdu and means 'low land' or 'marsh'. So when something is called terai it relates to that wet, fertile plain at the foot of the Himalayas.