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India is home to thousands of languages, each of which has its unique flavor, distinct features, and beauty that sets it apart. One such wonderful language is Bengali! It is referred to as the world\u2019s sweetest language. The language has nearly ten crore speakers and hence one of the ten most spoken languages in the world. But Bengali<\/a> speakers aren\u2019t confined to India. The language is also spoken extensively across Bangladesh (with little local variations) and by the Indian and Bangladeshi diaspora spread worldwide.<\/p>\n Bengali language\u2019s uniqueness fascinates many. So, if you also experience the same feeling as an individual or a businessperson eyeing the Bengali-speaking regions, you aren\u2019t alone! So, let\u2019s delve more into Bengali\u2019s history, culture, and beauty.<\/p>\n Bengali is an Indo-Aryan language that evolved from Magadhi Prakrit, Pali, and Sanskrit. The history of the Bengali language can be traced back to 900 CE \u2013 the times of Charyapada. One can look into Bengali\u2019s history with its collection of mystical poems that make the language\u2019s literature the oldest surviving in the world.<\/p>\n However, Bengali\u2019s first written script emerged in the 13th century. One can feel the impact of Arabic and Persian language in Bengali literature. But these languages also helped Bengali evolve. Much of the Bengali literature written during those times was translated into various Central Asian languages.<\/p>\n Bengali poetry continued blossoming despite challenges and foreign influences. In 1800, it witnessed a transformation with the introduction of conventional writing methods. Poets commenced writing for the theater. It was during this time that Bengali Hindus outshone their contemporaries and emerged on the global horizon. Nevertheless, these good times ended with the demise of the great poet Rabindranath Tagore.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s look at seven intriguing facts that showcase the richness and uniqueness of Bengali.<\/p>\n Bengali doesn\u2019t have any gender-specific pronouns. Nouns and pronouns are changed depending on their function in a sentence in four cases, while verbs are excessively conjugated. However, the Bengali language has gender-specific terms for mother and father and actor and actress. This is one reason Bengali has a softer learning curve.<\/p>\n India\u2019s national anthem Jana Gana Mana was originally written in Bangla. The anthem is the first of a poem\u2019s five stanzas. Rabindranath Tagore later set it to notations.<\/p>\n Yes, you read it right! Sierra Leone is a West African country situated thousands of miles away from Bengal. So, you may wonder about the connection between Bengali and Sierra Leone. Way back in 2002, Sierra Leone was a country grappled with an 11-year-old civil war. It was then that Bangladeshi peacekeepers entered the scene and played a significant role in restoring peace in the country. Accordingly, Bengali was conferred the honorary official language status in the country.<\/p>\n Bengali\u2019s influence or fame isn\u2019t restricted to India. Many reputed universities across the world like the University of Texas, Harvard University, etc., offer a course or degree in the Bengali language. Fantastic, right? Yes, it is!<\/p>\n The reason was Gitanjali, authored by the great Rabindranath Tagore. Gitanjali was later translated into many other languages worldwide.<\/p>\n Every language in the world is in some way connected. Bengali isn\u2019t an exception. However, the Bengali language borrows words from Portuguese, Persian, Japanese, Sanskrit, Dutch, Arabic, English, French, and Turkish. Many such loanwords borrowed from these languages have resulted in over 100,000 unique Bangla words!<\/p>\n Another significant fact about the Bengali language is its two literary styles\u2013 Shadhu (elegant language) bhasha and Cholito or Cholti (current) bhasha. Shadhu is the conventional literary style used around the 16th century. On the other hand, Cholti is a more contemporary style developed around the 19th century.<\/p>\n The two primarily differ in the forms of pronouns and verb inflections. Today, most people are proficient in Cholti. Shadhu doesn\u2019t exist in everyday linguistic interactions. Although most modern literature is in Cholti, Bengali has many other dialects.<\/p>\n So, that was about some engaging facts about the Bengali language, uncovering its history and richness. For businesspersons reading this blog, before we conclude, we\u2019d also like to talk about the gigantic business potential of the Bengali-speaking regions. With a population ranging in many millions, West Bengal and other Bengali-speaking territories across India and beyond can prove a lucrative business playground for you.<\/p>\n However, if you are looking to genuinely target them and establish your foothold, you need Bengali language translation and Bengali localization services. Filose is here to help you. Our expertise in the Bengali language, a team of language specialists, domain experts, etc., are prepared to help you build the language advantage. Please connect with us at sales@filose.com<\/a> to explore more about our Bengali translation support.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Ref. 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Exploring Bengali\u2019s Richness \u2013 7 Interesting Facts About Bengali Language<\/h2>\n
1. Bengali is Devoid of Gender<\/h3>\n
2. India\u2019s National Anthem was First Composed in Bangla<\/h3>\n
3. Bengali has a Connection with Sierra Leone!<\/h3>\n
4. Bangla is Taught Worldwide<\/h3>\n
5. Bangla Brought the First Nobel Prize to Asia<\/h3>\n
6. Bengali has 100,000 Unique Words<\/h3>\n
7. Bengali has Two Written Forms<\/h3>\n
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