Written Urdu – signs and notices… and someone’s diary!
Urdu signs and notices
Here are some examples of Urdu signs and notices, written in a variety of fonts and type-scripts.
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Can you guess what is being advertised? The board states that you can get sliver fillings done here! |
A hand written notice states entry is strictly forbidden as building works are taking place. |
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“Buy 3 packs and get a free gift!” An advert in a supermarket. |
“Do not park in front of this gate. Entry of unauthorised vehicles into this car park is strictly forbidden.” |
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Headlines of the day. |
The Pakistani National Anthem painted on the wall of a school. Click on the link to hear the National Anthem: |
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A notice in 3 languages: English, Hindi and Urdu. Don’t say you haven’t been warned! |
Urdu, Hindi and English. The entrance to the labyrinth at the Bara Imambara in Lucknow. |
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“ Hindustan Chikan Art” Chikan is a form of embroidery famous in Lucknow, India. |
Did you know that Queen Victoria learnt Urdu?
Click on the link to see a sample of Queen Victoria’s Urdu diary: www.columbia.edu/itc/mealac/pritchett/00xcallig/urdu/victoria/victoria.html
