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Definition of bangladeshi

bangladeshi

/ˌbæŋ.ɡləˈdɛʃ.i/
bang · la · desh · i
Plural:Bangladeshis
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bangladeshi Lexical Profile

• adjective

1

Of, relating to, or originating from Bangladesh, its people, or its culture.

Example

"The restaurant specializes in traditional Bangladeshi cuisine, featuring aromatic fish curries and lentil dishes."

• noun

1

A native, citizen, or inhabitant of Bangladesh, a country in South Asia.

Example

"Millions of Bangladeshis celebrate the Bengali New Year with vibrant parades, music, and traditional attire."

Word Nuance & Usage

"Bangladeshi" is a nationality term referring to citizens of Bangladesh, whereas "Bengali" is an ethnolinguistic term referring to the Bengali language and ethnic group shared across Bangladesh and the Indian state of West Bengal.

• Rhymes for bangladeshi

• Nearby Words

bangkok
bangkokian
bangladesh
bangladeshi
bangle
bangs
bangui

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bangladeshi. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bangladeshi
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