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The words "bungalow" and "shampoo" originate from the languages of which country?

  • Ethiopia
  • Papua New Guinea
  • India
  • China
Explanation

The words "bungalow" and "shampoo" originate from the languages of India. The word "bungalow" comes from the Hindi word "bangla," which means "a house in the Bengal style." British colonizers adapted this term and used it to refer to a specific type of house. Similarly, "shampoo" derived from the Hindi word "chāmpo," which refers to the act of massaging or kneading the head. The concept of shampooing one's hair was introduced to the Western world by British travelers who encountered Indian hair-cleansing practices. Therefore, both these words have their roots in the languages and cultural practices of India.