buginese: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Rare / TechnicalAcademic, Anthropological
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What does “buginese” mean?
The language spoken by the Bugis people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The language spoken by the Bugis people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Pertaining to the Bugis people, their culture, their script (the Lontara script), or their language.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage. The spelling is consistent as "Buginese."
Connotations
Neutral, academic. In both varieties, it is a specific cultural/linguistic term.
Frequency
Equally rare in both varieties, appearing almost exclusively in anthropological or linguistic contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “buginese” in a Sentence
[adjective] Buginese culture[proper noun] Buginese is spoken...Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “buginese” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Buginese manuscripts are kept in the museum.
American English
- She is researching Buginese maritime traditions.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used.
Academic
Used in linguistics, anthropology, and Southeast Asian studies. e.g., 'The phonology of Buginese.'
Everyday
Extremely unlikely to be encountered unless discussing Indonesian cultures.
Technical
Used in linguistic typology or descriptions of writing systems.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “buginese”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “buginese”
- Misspelling as 'Buganese' or 'Buganise'.
- Using it as a common noun (e.g., 'a buginese') instead of a proper adjective/noun.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Buginese is a distinct Austronesian language spoken by the Bugis people, while Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) is the national language.
Estimates suggest around 5 million speakers, primarily in South Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Yes, it traditionally uses the Lontara script, an abugida of Brahmic origin.
Resources are limited compared to major world languages, but some academic materials and basic guides exist.
The language spoken by the Bugis people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Buginese is usually academic, anthropological in register.
Buginese: in British English it is pronounced /ˌbuːɡɪˈniːz/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌbuɡɪˈniz/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'BOO-gin-ease' - a language that puts you at ease while learning about the Bugis.
Conceptual Metaphor
LANGUAGE AS A KEY (to understanding a culture).
Practice
Quiz
What does 'Buginese' primarily refer to?