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Definition of chappal

chappal

/ˈtʃʌp.əl/
chap · pal
Plural:chappals
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• noun

1

A flat, open-toed sandal or slip-on shoe traditionally made of leather, rubber, or cloth, widely worn throughout the Indian subcontinent.

Example

"The craftsman in the bazaar sold hand-stitched leather chappals with intricate braided straps."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 19th century from Hindi 'cappal' (चप्पल), ultimately derived from the Sanskrit 'carpaṭa', meaning 'flat' or 'open palm of the hand'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chappal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chappal
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