noun
Punjabi
puhn-JAH-bee
Punjabi (noun) means the main language of the Punjab region, spoken in parts of India and Pakistan. Example: “Her grandparents speak Punjabi at home.”
noun
1
The main language of the Punjab region, spoken in parts of India and Pakistan.
"Her grandparents speak Punjabi at home."
adj
1
Relating to Punjab, its people, culture, or language.
"They enjoyed a traditional Punjabi meal."
How to use Punjabi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Punjab or its language and people.
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Etymology
From Persian panjabi, from panjab, "Punjab," plus an adjective-forming suffix.
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What does “Punjabi” mean?
The word “Punjabi” means the main language of the Punjab region, spoken in parts of India and Pakistan. In plain terms, relating to Punjab or its language and people.
How do you pronounce “Punjabi”?
“Punjabi” is pronounced puhn-JAH-bee (/pʌnˈd͡ʒɑːbi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Punjabi” in a sentence?
Here is “Punjabi” used in a sentence: “Her grandparents speak Punjabi at home.”
What part of speech is “Punjabi”?
Depending on how it is used, “Punjabi” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “Punjabi” come from?
The word “Punjabi” comes from Persian. From Persian panjabi, from panjab, "Punjab," plus an adjective-forming suffix.
How many meanings does “Punjabi” have?
“Punjabi” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the main language of the Punjab region, spoken in parts of India and Pakistan.
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