What is another word for charpoy?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɑːpɔ͡ɪ] (IPA)

Charpoy, an ancient South Asian traditional bed, has been a symbol of simplicity, affordability and comfort for centuries. It is a low, portable, and light-weight bed frame that is typically made of wood and woven ropes. However, this unique bed has multiple synonyms or variations in other regions. It is known as "khat" in Arabic, "còi" in Vietnam, "cots" in English, "cavana" in Swahili, and "Khaat" in Nepali and Hindi. Despite its various synonyms, the popularity of this timeless bed has remained intact in all its forms and is still widely used in rural areas across India and Pakistan.

What are the hypernyms for Charpoy?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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