maasha Meaning & Definition
/ˈmɑːʃə/
What Does Maasha Mean?
Maasha is a noun that means A traditional unit of weight in South Asia, usually about a gram and variably equivalent to a tenth or a twelfth of a tola; in modern use, standardised to 0.972 grams and a twelfth of a tola. It can also mean A coin in South Asia weighing one maasha, variably equivalent to a tenth or a twelfth of a rupee.
Maasha in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɑːʃə/ |
| Plural | maashas |
Maasha Definition (Noun)
- A traditional unit of weight in South Asia, usually about a gram and variably equivalent to a tenth or a twelfth of a tola; in modern use, standardised to 0.972 grams and a twelfth of a tola.
- A coin in South Asia weighing one maasha, variably equivalent to a tenth or a twelfth of a rupee.
Synonyms of Maasha
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Maasha synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
maasha (plural maashas)
Origin of Maasha
Borrowed from Hindi माशा (māśā).