gurkha

• Nom désignant un membre d'une unité militaire népalaise intégrée à l'armée britannique depuis environ 200 ans et réputée pour sa férocité au combat, ou un membre du peuple hindou descendant des brahmanes et des rajputs vivant au Népal.

A noun referring to a member of the Nepalese force that has been part of the British army for 200 years, known for fierceness in combat, or a member of a Hindu people descended from brahmins and Rajputs who live in Nepal.

nom propre

1. Member of the British Army unitB2formal

   A soldier from Nepal who serves in the British Army, renowned for their bravery and combat skills.

   Gurkha (soldat népalais de l'armée britannique)

   • The Gurkha regiment has a long and distinguished history in the British Army.
   • Many Gurkhas have received medals for their courage in battle.
   • He joined the Gurkha forces to follow in his father's footsteps.

2. B2formal

   A member of a Hindu ethnic group in Nepal, traditionally descended from Brahmins and Rajputs.

   Gurkha (groupe ethnique du Népal)

   • The Gurkha people have a rich cultural heritage in Nepal.
   • Gurkha communities celebrate traditional festivals with great enthusiasm.
   • He is proud of his Gurkha ancestry and traditions.