ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Shina language

Shina language is like a secret code that people use to talk to each other in a special way. It is spoken by about 2 million people who live in some parts of Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan.

Just like how you have a favorite toy, people who speak Shina also have favorite words they use to talk. They use special sounds and patterns to make these words. Some words sound like "jhi" or "shi" or "khi".

People who speak Shina use these words to say things like "hello", "what's your name?", and "how old are you?". They also use Shina language to tell stories, sing songs, and play games.

But not everyone can understand Shina language. It's like a secret code that only people who know it can understand. That's why it's important for people who speak Shina to teach it to others who want to learn.