gurkha

• Substantivo que designa um membro de um povo hindu originário do Nepal, ou um soldado nepalês que integra há cerca de 200 anos unidades do Exército britânico, famoso por sua ferocidade em combate.

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.

nome próprio

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

   • 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.

   Grupo étnico no Nepal

   • 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.