Marathi

Language primarily spoken in Maharashtra.

Marāthī

Marathi is a language primarily spoken in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It's an Indo-Aryan language derived from Sanskrit and is written in the Devanagari script. Marathi has a rich literary tradition dating back over a thousand years.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɑːrˌɑːti/

Etymology

Marathi is derived from Maharashtri Prakrit, a Middle Indo-Aryan language.

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Marathi is a language spoken by over 83 million people, mainly in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It's known for its rich literary tradition and is closely related to other Indo-Aryan languages.

Fun Facts

Marathi has a long history dating back to the 3rd century BCE, Marathi literature includes ancient religious texts and modern novels, The word 'Marathi' is believed to be derived from 'Morati', an ancient name for the region

FAQ

What language family does Marathi belong to? Indo-Aryan, Where is Marathi primarily spoken? Maharashtra, India, Is Marathi an official language? Yes, in Maharashtra

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