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Some Khasi words which we might have never heard!




Teapot: Shapushi

Suitable: Klai

Postman/ peon: U Paida

Bedroom: Ka Syntit

Statue: U Mawdur

Culture: Ka Jymbriew

Slice: Ka Lynniap


Look at these words! Many of us will not know of them at all! 😲😮
The Khasi language has a wealth of words which are no more in use today. We should make it a point to find out more words like these and use them in daily life! 🌄🏞️🌲🌤️
Source: Ka Dienshonhi: The Khasi Encyclopaedic Dictionary by Rev. Dr. Ïarington Kharkongor

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