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What does itihasa mean?
The collection of written descriptions of important events in Hinduism, including the Mahabharata, the Puranas and the Ramayana.
Where does itihasa come from?
Borrowed from Sanskrit इतिहास (itihāsa).

How to pronounce itihasa

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “itihasa”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “itihasa”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “itihasa” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.