In India, the dominant language in Hindi and if Indians are spread all across the world, why should their language stay behind.
Looks like Oxford dictionary has recognized this requirement and decided to incorporate few more new words to its larger than life collection. In total, 240 hindi words now exist in this meaning telling giant.
Lets look at 5 new 'Hindi' words to make a mark in the global arena.
1. 'Arre Yaar'
The oxford dictionary has made way for this Indian desi slang to mean from 'Hey Buddy' to 'You got to be kidding me'. Could 'arre yaar' be the next 'Hey Bro'?
2. Bhel Puri
Bhel Puri is an Indian street food (falls under snacks). It is a mix of fenugreek, onions, tomatoes sprinkled with lemon. The mixture is stirred before serving. Bhel puri has found super love in various markets across globe. May be that is why it made way to oxford dictionary.
3. Papad
Papad is a very unique dish of its kind. It is found in many varieties across India. It also has different names and carry different ingredients across nation. One of the varieties is made with chick pea and tapioca mixed with black flour dipped in dough with peanut oil.
4. Churidar
We move from food to apparels. Churidar is pre-dominantly a women oriented dress commonly known as tight fitting trouser kind. Women complete the dressing by wearing a kameez along with it.
5. Dhaba
It is astonishing to find this word enter oxford dictionary. I say so because this word has a rags to riches story like a self made businessman. Word 'Dhaba' grew from the villages of punjab where eateries on highways opened 24*7 providing local cuisine. The word then grew in popularity as some restaurants adopted this name. Now, it has found global appeal.
The way Indian desi words are making way into oxford dictionary, i am sure of a day when a separate module for Indian desi words will be launch. In my next blog, will write on some desi words that should also knock Oxford's gate. Would love to hear your suggestions in comments.
Looks like Oxford dictionary has recognized this requirement and decided to incorporate few more new words to its larger than life collection. In total, 240 hindi words now exist in this meaning telling giant.
Lets look at 5 new 'Hindi' words to make a mark in the global arena.
1. 'Arre Yaar'
The oxford dictionary has made way for this Indian desi slang to mean from 'Hey Buddy' to 'You got to be kidding me'. Could 'arre yaar' be the next 'Hey Bro'?
2. Bhel Puri
Bhel Puri is an Indian street food (falls under snacks). It is a mix of fenugreek, onions, tomatoes sprinkled with lemon. The mixture is stirred before serving. Bhel puri has found super love in various markets across globe. May be that is why it made way to oxford dictionary.
3. Papad
Papad is a very unique dish of its kind. It is found in many varieties across India. It also has different names and carry different ingredients across nation. One of the varieties is made with chick pea and tapioca mixed with black flour dipped in dough with peanut oil.
4. Churidar
We move from food to apparels. Churidar is pre-dominantly a women oriented dress commonly known as tight fitting trouser kind. Women complete the dressing by wearing a kameez along with it.
5. Dhaba
It is astonishing to find this word enter oxford dictionary. I say so because this word has a rags to riches story like a self made businessman. Word 'Dhaba' grew from the villages of punjab where eateries on highways opened 24*7 providing local cuisine. The word then grew in popularity as some restaurants adopted this name. Now, it has found global appeal.
The way Indian desi words are making way into oxford dictionary, i am sure of a day when a separate module for Indian desi words will be launch. In my next blog, will write on some desi words that should also knock Oxford's gate. Would love to hear your suggestions in comments.
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