Talking about Diwali - English lesson to know all about Diwali (Vocabulary, Phrases & Expressions) Blog : http://www.learnex.in/english-lesson-vocabulary-and-phrases-talking-about-diwali Diwali is celebrated in India as the Festival of Lights and is one of the most important festivals of India . Indian people all over the globe celebrate this festival with great enthusiasm . In this English lesson you will learn vocabulary related to Diwali. Website : http://www.learnex.in Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/letstalkpodcast Deepawali - means a row of lights . The name Diwali evolved from Deepa - meaning lamp and vali meaning row . Diya - means earthern oil lamp which is lit up during Diwali . Rangoli - coloured sand designs made on the floor as part of Diwali decoration Toran - garland of flowers used to decorate doors and vehicles Sparklers - noiseless firecrackers that when lighted up form beautiful patterns Crackers : fire crackers or fireworks that are burst during Diwali celebrations Dhanteras : the day of Diwali that is celebrated by businessman as the day of starting their new financial year . Gold is also bought on this day . Laxmi pooja - Laxmi is the Hindu goddess of prosperity and wealth .. She is worshipped through a special ceremony called pooja in order to receive her blessings Bhai Dooj - it is a celebration of siblings where the brother is made to feel special by the sister , gifts are exchanged . Saree - the traditional Indian garment is draped by women on Diwali Salwar kameez - is another traditional dress worn by women on Diwali Kurta - is the traditional garment worn by men on Diwali