Indostánicos (en. Hindustani)

/in.dos.'ta.ni.kos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
People, language, or culture originating from Indostan.
The indostanics have a rich cultural tradition.
Los indostánicos poseen una rica tradición cultural.
Term that refers to the lands and cultures of the Indian subcontinent.
The indostanics have influenced world music.
Los indostánicos han influido en la música mundial.
Adjective that describes something that comes from the historical region of Indostan.
Indostanic cuisine is very varied and tasty.
La gastronomía indostánica es muy variada y sabrosa.

Etymology

Comes from the Arabic 'hindustan', which means 'land of the Hindus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Indostanic culture
Reference to the diverse traditions, customs, and ways of life of Indostan.
cultura indostánica
Indostanic cuisine
Study and enjoyment of the typical cuisine of the Indostan region.
gastronomía indostánica
Indostanic stories
Narratives and legends that come from the history of Indostan.
historias indostánicas

Related Words

Hindu
Related to Hindu religion and culture.
hindú
Indian subcontinent
Geographic area that includes India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan.
subcontinente indio
Sanskrit
Classical language of India, used in ancient texts.
sánscrito

Slang Meanings

Nickname to refer to someone who is very traditional in their way of life.
That person is very indostanic in their way of dressing.
Esa persona es muy indostánica en su manera de vestirse.
Use of the term to describe something that is very colorful or vibrant.
The party was so indostanic, full of colors and music.
La fiesta fue tan indostánica, llena de colores y música.