Tangka is a Tibetan word that refers to a type of religious painting or scroll. In the Western world, the term is often used interchangeably with thangka. However, there are several synonyms for tangka, including pauba and pouto. A pauba is a Newar style of thangka painting that originated in Nepal, while pouto refers specifically to Chinese Buddhist painted scrolls. Another synonym for tangka is tsakli, which are smaller, portable thangkas used for personal devotion and meditation. While these terms may vary in meaning and origin, they all refer to the same general type of sacred art that has been an important part of Tibetan Buddhism for centuries.