Hindi
|Hin-di|
B1
/ˈhɪndi/
Indian language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Hindi' originates from Persian, specifically the word 'Hindī,' where 'Hind' referred to the region of the Indus River.
Historical Evolution
'Hindī' transformed into the modern English word 'Hindi' through colonial and linguistic exchanges.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the language spoken in the region of the Indus, but over time it evolved into its current meaning as the official language of India.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the official language of India, spoken by millions of people in India and around the world.
Hindi is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/03 03:59