Bodo

/ˈboʊdoʊ/ noun

Definition

A member of any of various indigenous peoples of India and Southeast Asia, or their languages; specifically referring to Sino-Tibetan language speakers.

Etymology

From native language names used by the peoples themselves. The term is used in linguistic and anthropological classifications to group related languages and ethnic groups in the region.

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Bodo languages are spoken by millions but rarely appear in English media—studying them reveals how much linguistic diversity exists outside European languages, with complex grammar systems that challenge Western ideas about 'simple' vs. 'complex' speech.

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