bhat
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9.9
A person who tells family history and writes poems
- noun
- Indian
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bhat
- During festivals, the Bhat perform traditional songs that celebrate the heritage of their people.
Examples
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The bhat recited the family's genealogy at the wedding, tracing ancestors back generations.
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A respected bhat was invited to compose a poem for the royal celebration.
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In some villages, the bhat is responsible for keeping important historical records.
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The bhat recited the family's history at the gathering.
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Many bhats travel from village to village sharing stories.
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The Bhat are skilled storytellers who preserve the rich history of their community through poetry.
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Many families in the region seek the expertise of a Bhat to trace their ancestral lineage.
Synonyms
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9.8
A poet who sings or tells long stories and songs
is a South Asian community member who serves as genealogist and family history keeper
Surface Forms
Etymology
Bhat for a person comes from an old Indian word for a 'bard' or 'poet'. So a bhat is like an English 'bard' who recites and preserves a family's history.