Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bengali

noun
/bɛnˈɡɑːli/
Definition
A member of a people from the Bengal region in South Asia, primarily found in Bangladesh and the Indian state of West Bengal.
Examples
  • She is fluent in Bengali.
  • The Bengali culture is rich in traditions and festivals.
  • They celebrated the Bengali New Year with great enthusiasm.
Meaning
Bengali refers to both the language spoken by this ethnic group and the culture associated with them.
Synonyms
  • Bengali person
  • Benagli speaker