gurkha

• Существительное, обозначающее члена непальского военного подразделения, входящего в состав британской армии на протяжении 200 лет и известного своей свирепостью в бою, или члена индуистского народа, происходящего от браминов и раджпутов, живущих в Непале.

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.

имя собственное

1. Member of the British Army unitB2formal

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

   Гуркх

   • 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.

   Этническая группа в Непале

   • 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.