Panjabi

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • An Indo-Aryan language: The primary language spoken in the Punjab region of northwestern India and eastern Pakistan.
    • A member of an ethnic group: A person belonging to the largest ethnolinguistic group native to the Punjab region.
Usage
  • As a language:
    • She is fluent in Panjabi and English.
    • The poem was originally written in Panjabi.
  • As a demonym:
    • He is a Panjabi from Lahore.
    • The Panjabi community celebrated the festival with great enthusiasm.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in cultural and academic contexts to refer to the associated literature, music, and traditions.
    • The study focuses on Panjabi folk songs.
    • Panjabi cuisine is known for its rich flavors.
Variants and Related Words
  • Punjabi: A common alternate spelling for "Panjabi". The two forms are generally interchangeable, though "Punjabi" is more frequent in modern usage.
    • The Punjabi film industry is based in Chandigarh.
Synonyms
  • Punjabi: (See Variants and Related Words)
  • For the language: There are no direct synonyms, but it is a member of the Indic or Indo-Aryan language family.
  • For the people: Punjabi, Punjabian (rare).
Notes on Different Meanings
  • The primary distinction is between the language and the people. The meaning is usually clear from context.
    • Language: Learning Panjabi grammar.
    • People: The Panjabi are known for their hospitality.
Noun
  1. the Indic language spoken by most people in Punjab in northwestern India
  2. a member of the majority people of Punjab in northwestern India

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