Indianisms: Top 7 Words, Expressions not Commonly used Outside India

English is a funny language. Many expressions and words are used with different meanings in different countries. Several of these used by Indians means a different thing in other countries. Here is a list of seven of them.

Revert back

'Revert back' is a phrase that's commonly used in India to mean 'reply.' However, the word 'revert' means 'going back to an earlier state or situation'. Using it to replace 'reply' is Indian, and using 'revert back' is redundant on top of it.

Would be

In India, 'would be' is often used to refer to someone's future spouse. However, this phrase can be confusing for people from other countries. In other countries, words like'fiancé' or 'fiancée' are used instead.

Cheatercock

'Cheatercock' is a word commonly used in India to describe someone who acts dishonestly. However, this word can be offensive and inappropriate in other countries. It's best to use 'cheater' instead.

Rubber

In India, an eraser is called a 'rubber,' but in other countries, 'rubber' is slang for a condom.

Mention not

'Mention not' is a phrase commonly used in India to show that something was done with pleasure. However, this phrase is not commonly used in other countries, and it can be confusing.

Good name

In India, it's common to ask for someone's 'good name' instead of just asking for their name. However, this phrase can be confusing for people from other countries.

Pass out

While 'pass out' means to become unconscious, in India, it's commonly used to mean completing a course or training. However, this word usage is not common in other countries.