A Dictionary of the Principal Languages Spoken in the Bengal Presidency : Viz. English, Bángálí, and Hindústání. In the Roman Character

This dictionary serves as a linguistic resource, presenting essential vocabulary and phrases in English, Bengali (Bángálí), and Hindustani, all transcribed in the Roman alphabet. It aims to facilitate communication and understanding among speakers of these languages during the colonial period in India, reflecting the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Bengal Presidency. Drozario’s work is significant for historical linguistics and cultural studies, offering insight into the languages and interactions of that era.