Language

Language fanatics only finally turn jingoists.Languages are only meant for communication .In many Indian regional languages lot of English words are used in day to day conversations.This is because it was used for ages and is convenient . Besides it is easily understood by others than taking pains to find out a native equivalent .Even if there is a native equivalent in some Indian languages ,most people are not familiar with them . Since it is unfamiliar you may have to explain them using the English word in some cases .Some langauage enthusiasts go to the extent of belligerence while dealing with people who use foreign words in conversation. I feel this is uncalled for .

To cite a few common English words in use are Bus , Bus stand, Train , Railway Station , Shirt Pants , Button ,Tailor ,Hotel ,Lodge ,cycle ,car so on and so forth .The list is by no means exhaustive.What is wrong in using these words in day to day conversations .

I appreciate people who try to coin new words or equivalents for these words in Indian regional languages.They should first coin such words and popularise them . Until such time there is nothing wrong in using foreign words.

The problem with chauvanists is that they decry those who use English words along with regional language.These language lovers should be tolerant and continue to strive hard to develop the language without hurting others who speak the same language of theirs .After all they are all their own brethren.