calcutta (Meaning)
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calcutta (n)
the largest city in India and one of the largest cities in the world; located in eastern India; suffers from poverty and overcrowding
Synonyms & Antonyms of calcutta
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calcutta Sentence Examples
- Calcutta, now known as Kolkata, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal.
- Mother Teresa established the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta to aid the poor and sick.
- Calcutta has a rich cultural heritage, with influences from British, Indian, and other cultures.
- The Howrah Bridge is an iconic landmark spanning the Hooghly River in Calcutta.
- Calcutta is known for its vibrant festivals, including Durga Puja and Diwali.
- The Victoria Memorial in Calcutta is a grand monument dedicated to Queen Victoria.
- Calcutta was the capital of British India until 1911 when the capital was relocated to New Delhi.
- The Indian Museum in Calcutta is one of the oldest and largest museums in India.
- The Howrah Junction railway station in Calcutta is one of the busiest railway stations in the country.
- The bustling streets of Calcutta are filled with colorful markets, street vendors, and rickshaws.
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the largest city in India and one of the largest cities in the world; located in eastern India; suffers from poverty and overcrowding
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Calcutta, now known as Kolkata, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal.
Mother Teresa established the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta to aid the poor and sick.
Calcutta has a rich cultural heritage, with influences from British, Indian, and other cultures.
The Howrah Bridge is an iconic landmark spanning the Hooghly River in Calcutta.
