Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pushto
noun
/ˈpæʃtoʊ/
Definition
Pashto is an Eastern Iranian language spoken primarily in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Examples
- The Pashto language has a rich literary tradition.
- Many Pashto speakers are bilingual, often speaking Dari or Urdu as well.
- Pashto is used in newspapers, radio, and television in Afghanistan.
Meaning
The official language of Afghanistan and one of the two official languages of Pakistan, primarily spoken by the Pashtun people.
Synonyms
- Pashto (alternative name)
