chappal

Definition

A type of footwear used in India, Mauritius, and Pakistan, similar to a sandal.

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindi चप्पल (cappal), itself borrowed from Telugu చెప్పులు (ceppulu).

Example Sentences

• "Chappals and shoes will fill up the garbage pit too quickly. I think it is impossible to burn old shoes and chappals. They melt and become very bad."