1. Solid, substantial, or well-built; of good quality or permanent construction.
Usage: Often used in Indian English and historical colonial contexts.; Also spelled 'pukka'.
2. Genuine, authentic, or reliable; proper or respectable.
Usage: Often used in Indian English.; Also spelled 'pukka'.

Examples

• They built a pukkah house with brick and concrete instead of temporary materials.
• He is a pukkah gentleman who always keeps his word.
• The pukkah road was well-maintained and safe for travel.
• She has a pukkah job with a major company.
• The pukkah construction of the bridge ensured it would last for decades.
• He is known as a pukkah professional in his field.