An exploration of kinship terms in Bodo and Kokborok speaking societies

This paper attempt to explore the use of Kinship terms in both Bodo and Kokborok. As sister language of the Tibeto-Burman Sub-family, both Bodo and Kokborok languages share similar linguistic structures and cultural activities. In the way, the kinship terms are also found. Therefore, this study highlights the use of kinship terms in day-to-day communication of the Bodo and Kokborok communities. In both Bodo and Kokborok, kinship nouns are used with particular emphasis on elder and gender roles. Again, the study also highlights how both languages reflect cultural values such as respect for elders, gender roles, and hierarchical family structures.