Re: Sorry, I am born to a Pakistani but cannot read Urdu
I don’t mean to be rude…but no one gets to say who can say or do what. People in Pakistan have no problem coming up with their own theories about Western Pakistanis so why can’t they bear a few comments? This thread is a prime example of it. “Oh these Westerners are so ill bred…they don’t know Urdu”. Why can’t I respond?
Language is great…it doesn’t have to be Urdu. I’d prefer my kids learn Arabic and Spanish…both useful and highly practical. One will help them understand their deen and the other will help them gain leverage in their careers.
Disclaimer: Urdu IMHO is a beautiful language rich in history and character. I have nothing against it and most probably my kids will learn it because I speak Urdu primarily in my home. That’s how I learned it. But I don’t think it should be a focus point.