Yashmaks (also spelled as yashmacs or yashmaks) are face veils that are worn by women in certain cultures as a sign of modesty and piety. These veils are known by various names in different regions and languages. For example, in Arabic, yashmaks are called burqas, in Turkish, they are referred to as feraces or peçes, while in Persian they are known as chadors. In some parts of the world, yashmaks are also called niqabs or hijabs. Despite regional variations, yashmaks serve a similar purpose of covering the face and body of women to protect their modesty and privacy.