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Bengali alphabet

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Bengali Alphabet

The Bengali Alphabet

The Bengali alphabet is a special way people write the Bengali language. Many people use it, and it is the 5th most commonly used writing system in the world!/[w/1] It is the main writing style in Bangladesh and also used in parts of India, like West Bengal, Tripura, and the Barak Valley.

People write the Bengali alphabet from left to right. The letters are connected by a line at the top, which helps them link together. This makes writing fun and easy to read! The alphabet has vowels, consonants, and special marks that change sounds.

The Bengali alphabet comes from an old writing style called the Brahmi script. It is used for more than just Bengali; it also helps write the Meitei language in Manipur. Airports and special places often show beautiful Bengali letters, making the script very special and important.

Images

An ancient copper plate showing one of the earliest examples of the Bengali script.
An intricate ivory sculpture of a royal peacock barge from 19th century India, showcasing traditional artistry and design.
A view inside Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, showing the airport terminal.
Historical inscription from the Pala dynasty, showcasing ancient writing and artistry.
A beautiful example of handwritten Bengali script from a poem by the famous writer Rabindranath Tagore.

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