Hindostani (Noun)
Meaning
A form of Hindi spoken around Delhi.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The locals spoke a colloquial Hindostani that was distinct from the formal Hindi taught in schools.
- In the streets of Old Delhi, Hindostani was the language of everyday conversation.
- The Mughal Empire had used Hindostani as a lingua franca to communicate with its diverse subjects.
- The poet's use of Hindostani in his verses added a touch of authenticity to his depiction of Delhi life.
- Hindostani was the language of the bazaars and markets, where vendors and customers haggled over prices.