nepalese
nepalese Lexical Profile
• adjective
Relating to Nepal, its people, its language, or its culture.
"The museum is hosting a special exhibition of traditional Nepalese art and textiles."
• noun
A native or inhabitant of Nepal, or a person of Nepalese descent.
"Many Nepalese live in mountain communities across the Himalayas."
The Indo-Aryan language that is the official language of Nepal, also spoken in parts of northeastern India and Bhutan.
"She learned to speak basic Nepalese before embarking on her trek to Everest Base Camp."
Word Nuance & Usage
While 'Nepalese' and 'Nepali' are both widely used as adjectives and demonyms, 'Nepali' is generally preferred for the official language of Nepal, whereas 'Nepalese' is more common in British English to describe the country's citizens and culture.
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