Meaning of the word telugu in English

What does telugu mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

telugu

US /ˈtel.ə.ɡuː/
UK /ˈtel.ə.ɡuː/
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Noun

1.

a Dravidian language spoken by the Telugu people predominantly living in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where it is also the official language.

Example:
She is learning Telugu to communicate with her grandparents.
Many films are produced in Telugu, especially in the Tollywood industry.

Adjective

1.

of or relating to the Telugu language or people.

Example:
The Telugu script is derived from the Brahmi script.
He is a prominent figure in Telugu literature.
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