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Hindustani

Historical language used in the Indian subcontinent during the Mughal era.

Hindavi Hindustani

A historical and literary language that served as a common means of communication in the Indian subcontinent during the Mughal era, blending elements of Persian, Arabic, and native Indian languages.

Etymology

Hindustani is derived from the Persian word 'Hind', referring to the Indian subcontinent.

Explain Like I’m 5

Hindustani is a language spoken across northern India and Pakistan, which developed during the Mughal Empire.

Fun Facts

Hindustani combined elements of Persian, Arabic, and local Indian languages
It was the lingua franca of northern India during Mughal rule
The language's vocabulary split into Hindi and Urdu, but they remain mutually intelligible

FAQ

What is Hindustani? It's a language spoken in northern India and Pakistan
Who spoke it? It was widely used during the Mughal Empire
Is it still spoken? Yes, it evolved into Hindi and Urdu

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Indo-Aryan languages

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