Meaning of jirga | Babel Free
ˈdʒiɹɡəDefinitions
A gathering of elders or leaders in Pakistan or Afghanistan, especially within a tribe.
Equivalents
Français
jirga
Examples
“Mr. Karzai and General Musharraf are expected to meet this week at a jirga, an assembly of leaders from their nations.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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