bengali

n. the language spoken in Bangladesh and parts of eastern India, such as West Bengal.

n. the Indo-Aryan language spoken primarily in Bangladesh and the Indian states of West Bengal, Tripura, and Assam. Uncountable in this sense.

“She grew up in Dhaka, so she speaks Bengali fluently.”

“The poet Rabindranath Tagore wrote extensively in Bengali, contributing significantly to the language's modern literary tradition.”

n. a person who comes from Bengal or whose family is from there.

n. an individual belonging to the Bengali ethnic group, originating from the Bengal region of South Asia.

“Many Bengalis living in London celebrate the New Year in April.”

“The festival brought together Bengalis from across the diaspora to celebrate their shared cultural heritage through music and food.”

adj. related to the people, language, or culture of Bengal.

adj. pertaining to the region of Bengal, its inhabitants, or their language and culture.

“I really love Bengali food, especially the fish dishes.”

“The museum features a dedicated gallery for Bengali textiles, showcasing the intricate patterns of traditional jamdani weaving.”