A Dictionary of English and Sindhi by Stack,George (Hardcover)
This dictionary gives Sindhi meanings for English words Stack aimed to shew the Sindhi significance of English words. Rekhta BooksStack notes that not all Sindhi, Arabic, Persian, or Sanskrit-based synonyms are included only the most common or generally understood ones, to avoid overcomplicating the dictionary. Rekhta Books. He also addresses regional usage: the Sindhi vocabulary differs in Lower vs. Northern Sindh, and by community (Hindus vs. Muslims) so he chose terms that are widely understood. Rekhta BooksThe dictionary is historically significant: Stack was a British officer in Sindh, learned Sindhi, and compiled this for practical cross-linguistic use.
Product ID: 459122
ISBN: 9781016586290
Categories: Dictionary
Supporting language: Sindhi
Platforms/media types: Printed Matter
Useful for English speakers studying Sindhi, especially in a historical or classical context.Research: Good reference for sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, or colonial-era language.
Specifications: Hardback, 230 pages.