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Chapter 1: Basics of Sylheti Slang

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The origins and history of Sylheti slang

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The slang likely emerged organically within the community, influenced by the local Pakrit linguistic roots, conservative cultural values, and an ethnocentric perspective, reflecting the expressions of the Sylheti people in informal and social settings.

The role of slang in Sylheti culture

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Chapter 2: Common Sylheti Slang Expressions

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List of common slang words and phrases used in Sylheti

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Sylheti Pronunciation Literally Meaning
ꠛꠤꠐꠤꠡ biʈiʃ British cunning
ꠌꠥꠔꠤꠀ sʊt̪ia Chutia dodgy

Examples of how these expressions are used in everyday conversations

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Audio pronunciations

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Chapter 3: Regional Variations

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Regional variations in Sylheti slang within different areas of Sylhet and among the diaspora

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Barak Valley

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Sylheti Pronunciation Literally Meaning
ꠖꠦꠡꠤ ꠇꠥꠔ꠆ꠔꠣꠞ ꠛꠤꠟꠦꠔꠤ ꠒꠣꠇ d̪ɛʃi kʊt̪t̪aɾ bilɛt̪i d̪ax local dog's London style voice country dog with a foreign bark.[1]
ꠇꠦꠟꠥ xɛlʊ Kalkatian or Kalkata speech Sylhetis who speaks Bengali with another Sylheti.[1]
ꠇꠂꠟꠇꠣꠔꠤ xɔilxat̪i Kalkatian or Kalkata speech Sylhetis who speaks Bengali with another Sylheti.[1]

The slang may differ in urban and rural settings

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Chapter 4: Sylheti Slang in Pop Culture

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Sylheti slang has influenced Sylheti music, films, and literature

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Examples of songs, movies, or books that incorporate Sylheti slang

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Chapter 5: Usage

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When and where to use Sylheti slang

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Situations where slang may not be suitable

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Sylheti slang is best suited for casual and informal settings, like when you're hanging out with close friends or family. Situations where Sylheti slang may not be suitable:

Sylheti Pronunciation Notes
ꠇꠥꠐꠥꠝ ꠛꠣꠠꠤ kʊʈʊm baɾi Sylheti relative's place. Avoid using Sylheti slang when visiting relatives in Sylhet.

Any potential offensive or disrespectful terms to avoid

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Sylheti Pronunciation Literally Meaning
ꠢꠣꠟꠣꠞ ꠢꠣꠟꠣ ɦalaɾ ɦala Brother in law's brother in law Sylheti slang often toss around among close pals might be a bit dicey and disrespectful in more formal situations.
ꠗꠥꠞ ꠢꠣꠟꠣꠞ ꠢꠣꠟꠣ d̪úɾ ɦalaɾ ɦala Get lost Brother in law's brother in law Get lost!

Chapter 6: Preservation and Evolution

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The challenges facing the preservation of Sylheti slang

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How slang evolves over time and the influence of social media and technology

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The catchy phrase "ꠍꠦꠟꠚꠤ ꠝꠣꠞꠅ," which translates to "kill a selfie" in English, reflects the evolving slang in Sylheti culture, showcasing how local languages adapt to contemporary trends influenced by social media and technology, demonstrating how expressions born from global trends can seamlessly integrate into local languages.

Sylheti Pronunciation Literally Meaning
ꠍꠦꠟꠚꠤ ꠝꠣꠞꠅ sélfí maɾɔ Kill a selfie Take a selfie.

Chapter 7: Resources and Learning

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Contribute to the Wikibook with new slang expressions you may encounter

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References

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  1. ↑ a b c Tanweer Fazal (2013). Minority Nationalisms in South Asia. Routledge. pp. 58. ISBN 978-1-317-96647-0. "The situation worsen if such speakers use standard Bangla (commonly referred to as Kelu/Koilkati/Kolkatian or Kolkata speech) in their interection with other Sylhetis;"
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