teak
intermediateB2/tiːk/ · teak
A tropical hardwood tree, or the wood of this tree, used in furniture making and shipbuilding.
Meanings
A tropical hardwood tree, or the wood of this tree, used in furniture making and shipbuilding.
ایک گرمائی سخت لکڑی کا درخت، یا اس درخت کی لکڑی، جو فرنیچر بنانے اور جہاز سازی میں استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
ٹیك
teak
Common Collocations
- teak furniture
- teak decking
- teak wood
Example Sentences
The teak furniture in the living room is beautifully crafted.
سکونت کے کمرے کا ٹیك کا فرنیچر خوبصورت طور پر تیار کیا گیا ہے۔
Sukoonat ke kamray ka teak ka furniture khoobsurat tor par tayyar kiya gaya hai.
Teak wood is highly valued for its durability.
ٹیك کی لکڑی اپنی پائیداری کے لیے بہت قیمتی سمجھی جاتی ہے۔
Teak ki lakri apni paidari ke liye bohat qeemti samjhi jati hai.
Many yachts are made from teak because of its resistance to water.
بہت ساری یخٹیں ٹیك سے بنی ہوتی ہیں کیونکہ یہ پانی کے خلاف مزاحمتی ہوتی ہے۔
Bohat saari yachtain teak se bani hoti hain kyunki yeh pani ke khilaf muzahimati hoti hai.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Remember 'T' for 'Tropical' when thinking of teak, as it originates from tropical climates.
Imagine a sturdy wooden deck made of teak at a beautiful beach.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
تیز درخت کی چھاؤں بہتر
Tez darakht ki chaiyan behtar
The shade of a fast-growing tree is better.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Malay "tīk" — a type of tree
First known use: 16th century
The word 'teak' is derived from the Malay word 'tīk', referring to the tree species prevalent in Southeast Asia. It has been used in the English language since the 17th century, particularly in relation to shipbuilding and furniture.