Understanding Language Influence: Urdu and English

Urdu is widely spoken across South Asia and within many international school communities. Pupils who hear or use Urdu regularly often navigate between multiple languages, and these linguistic experiences can influence how English is pronounced, structured and written.

Recognising how Urdu interacts with English can help teachers interpret language patterns more effectively. This guide explores common influences of Urdu on English and provides practical classroom strategies to support multilingual learners.

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