Rumal is a common term used in South Asian countries to refer to a small handkerchief or bandana. Synonyms for rumal include gamcha, lungi, mandil, dupatta, chunni, and bonda. These words are commonly used in different regions, but they all refer to a cloth that is used to wipe sweat, cover the head, or tie around the neck for decorative purposes. Gamcha is a popular term in Bangladesh and eastern India, while lungi is often used in southern India, Sri Lanka and parts of Southeast Asia. Mandil is a term used in Pakistan and Afghanistan, while dupatta, chunni, and bonda are commonly used in northern India and Pakistan for women's scarves.