Preserving Bangladesh's Multilingual Diversity Through Digital PlatformsCEFR B1
24 Aug 2025
Adapted from Nurunnaby Chowdhury, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by litoon dev, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Bangladesh is home to many endangered languages, such as Kharia, which is critically at risk. To combat this issue, the Bangladeshi government has launched Multiling.cloud, a project that digitizes ethnic languages. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the cultural and linguistic heritage of the country.
Multiling.cloud preserves a wealth of linguistic resources. It includes recordings, written samples, and important cultural expressions from diverse communities. The platform aims not only to safeguard these languages but also to promote their rich cultural backgrounds.
The preservation of languages is not just about words; it also supports cultural identity and community bonds. This initiative is essential for ensuring that future generations recognize and value their linguistic heritage.
Difficult words
- language — System of words and rules for communication.languages
- preserve — Keep something safe and intact.preserves, preservation
- heritage — Cultural beliefs and traditions passed down.
- initiative — A new plan to achieve something.
- culture — Ideas, customs, and social behavior of a group.cultural
- community — A group of people living together.communities
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think it's important to preserve endangered languages?
- How can communities support language preservation?
- What role does technology play in keeping languages alive?
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