Sindhi

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A person from Sind in southeastern Pakistan

noun
/ˈsɪn.di/

: sindhi

In 1951, Sindhi speakers were fewer in number compared to Urdu speakers.

Examples

Within Baloch-dominated areas, Sindhi-Balochs residing in Sibi and Jacobabad areas, comprising Jamalis and Magsis, are peaceful and friendly.

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From 1947 to 1958, differences and conflict between Sindhi and Muhajir were seen.

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Generations: Rupchand was comfortable with Tikandas Binwani and communicating in Sindhi.

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This worsened the Sindhi-Muhajir rifts in Karachi further.

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At the Sindhi wedding, the vibrant colors and traditional music created a festive atmosphere.
Many Sindhi people have a rich cultural heritage that is celebrated through their festivals and cuisine.
In the community, Sindhi individuals often gather to share stories about their history and traditions.

Surface Forms

Sindhi singular

Sindhis plural

Morphology

Sindhi = Sindh (transparent) = Sindh + i

The form is a regular demonym/adjectival formation (Sindh + -i), so knowing 'Sindh' allows learners to infer someone or something from that region.

Etymology

Sindhi comes from the place name Sindh, which comes from the old word Sindhu meaning 'river' and used for the Indus River. So a Sindhi is a person 'of the river' region and a native of Sindh.