| Sanskrit | Arabic | English |
|---|---|---|
| sandal | sandalwood | |
| tāmbūla | tanbūl | |
| karpūra | camphor | |
| pippalī | filfil |
The table lists common everyday words, highlighting their similar pronunciation across the three languages. By comparing these sounds, you can identify words that are closely related or share common roots in all three languages. With the help of your teacher, use this observation to complete the table.
Sanskrit 'chandana' corresponds to Arabic 'sandal' and English 'sandalwood'. Sanskrit 'tāmbūla' corresponds to Arabic 'tanbūl' and English 'betel leaf'. Sanskrit 'karpūra' corresponds to Arabic 'kafur' and English 'camphor'. Sanskrit 'pippalī' corresponds to Arabic 'filfil' and English 'pepper'.
Explanation
The chapter shows how trade between India and Arabia led to linguistic exchanges. Words like sandal, camphor, and pepper traveled from Sanskrit to Arabic and then to European languages, demonstrating cultural transmission through commerce.