1. A language: Punjabi is the name of a language spoken by over 130 million people, mainly in Punjab (a region divided between India and Pakistan).
2. An ethnicity: Punjabi can also refer to the people who speak the Punjabi language. They are a diverse ethnic group with a rich culture and history.
3. A region: The word "Punjab" itself refers to the historical region located in the northwest of the Indian subcontinent.
4. A style: "Punjabi" can also be used to describe a particular style, such as Punjabi music, dance, fashion, or cuisine.
To understand the specific meaning of "Punjabi" in a sentence, you need to consider the context. For example:
* "I'm learning to speak Punjabi." (Here, "Punjabi" refers to the language.)
* "My grandparents are Punjabi. " (Here, "Punjabi" refers to the ethnicity.)
* "We went to a restaurant serving authentic Punjabi food." (Here, "Punjabi" refers to a style of cuisine.)
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