Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pidgin

Noun

/ˈpɪdʒ.ɪn/

Definition

A simplified form of language that develops as a means of communication between speakers of different native languages.

Examples

Hawaiian Pidgin is a creole language spoken in Hawaii.
The traders communicated in a makeshift pidgin, blending English and Spanish.
In many coastal regions, pidgin languages arose among fishermen from different backgrounds.

Meaning

Pidgin is often created to facilitate trade or interaction between diverse linguistic groups, combining elements from multiple languages and simplifying grammar and vocabulary.