Language was invented so humans could communicate.
The Indian family took one look at that and said — challenge accepted.
Because in the Indian household, words don’t mean what the dictionary says they mean.
They mean something older, louder, and significantly more personal.
So here is the Shreyalogy Dictionary: Indian Family Edition — where we define things the way they actually are.
Relatives (noun)
People you can kill when you need a leave from work.
Emotionally. Socially. Temporarily.
No further questions.
Neighbours (noun)
The person who received your Amazon package, knows your delivery schedule, and has opinions about it.
Uninvited. Unavoidable. Somehow always more informed than you.
The “Well-Wisher” (noun)
Someone who wishes you well. Publicly.
While privately keeping score.
The epitome of keeping your enemies closer — except they’re at every family function and your mother calls them didi.
Sharma Ji Ka Beta (noun)
A man’s audacity.
Given a name.
And an engineering degree.
Guilt (noun)
A womanly emotion.
Installed at birth.
Updated regularly.
Never expires.
Expectation (noun)
A target placed on you at birth.
Reviewed annually. By everyone.
Yours to dodge forever.
Bua (noun)
A spark engine.
One comment. Entire family on fire.
She didn’t start the drama — she just said one thing.
At the wrong time.
To the wrong person.
Loudly.
Rishta (noun)
A contract.
Disguised as destiny.
Delivered over chai.
Love (noun)
Present. Always.
Rarely said out loud.
Usually served as food, unsolicited advice, and
“You’ve gained weight.”
✍️ About The Shreyalogy Dictionary
The Shreyalogy Dictionary is an ongoing series where we fix language — one honest definition at a time.
Previous editions:
Words That Lie
The Internet
The Workplace
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