Bhangi/ Chuhraĭefinition: A member of the lowest Hindu caste considered as “untouchables” Bed bugs when hit release a lot of blood hence, the connotation. This practice is embedded in the mourning culture of Shiaism. It is in reference to their practices of self-flagellation, known as maatam, during which some beat themselves with swords and knives to draw blood. Use: Used as a derogatory term for Shia Muslims

There’s no strength in making light of other people’s weaknesses and physical attributes. An example of this is: “ Ussey nahi ho paega, bhaut dheela insaan hay (He won’t be able to do that. This term is used to make fun of a person of weak built and how they ‘lag behind’ others in daily life affairs. Use: A lanky or thin person who acts foolishly Not everyone is able to give appropriate responses all the time. This word is used to describe a person who is slow in their responses, not the most articulate or perhaps a little spaced out. Use: To describe a slow or withdrawn person Anyone who has seen that drama, will cease using this word. A famous Urdu language writer penned a drama titled Kallu starring Maria Wasti. Ridiculing someone for his/her complexion is outrageous and racist. The slang word is often used either as a ‘joke’ or in a demeaning manner. People in South Asia often use this word to call a person who has a dark complexion. Use: To describe a person with dark complexion Here is the list of widely used Urdu language slang words that need to be retired: 1. Some of them, however, are derogatory and extremely offensive. We’ve all mastered the art of speaking the Urdu language, together with all it’s slang words which are often part of our daily vocabulary.

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