Pashtun is a noun referring to a member of the Pashtun ethnic group, primarily found in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It denotes an ethnolinguistic community with its own languages (Pashto), cultures, and social traditions. The term is used in academic, geopolitical, and sociolinguistic contexts to describe people who share heritage, language, and regional affiliation rather than a single nation. Pronunciation typically features a two-syllable rhythm with initial emphasis on the first syllable.
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