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Ancient Sanskrit Word Reference
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About
This dataset contains a rich collection of words from Vedic Literature, provided in Nagari script alongside their English translations and meanings. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding ancient Sanskrit texts and facilitates various Natural Language Processing (NLP) tasks.
Columns
- Index: A unique identifier assigned to each word entry.
- category: Specifies the classification or type of the word, encompassing a wide range of classifications with 1258 distinct values.
- description: Offers the detailed meaning or definition of the word.
- nagari: Presents the word as written in the traditional Nagari Script.
- word: Provides the English transliteration or equivalent of the word, with 1252 distinct values.
Distribution
The dataset is structured in a tabular format and comprises approximately 1492 records. While specific file size information is not available, the dataset includes distributions for word categories. For instance, some categories show classifications such as 12% animal-related terms, 9% object-related terms, and 1% each for river names and specific bird names, with the majority of entries falling under broader 'Other' categories.
Usage
This dataset is ideally suited for a variety of applications, including:
- Translation services: Aiding in the translation of ancient Sanskrit texts into English.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP): Developing and training NLP models for Sanskrit language analysis.
- Linguistic research: Supporting studies on Vedic literature, word origins, and language evolution.
- Educational tools: Creating resources for learning Sanskrit and its vocabulary.
Coverage
The dataset's scope encompasses words found in Vedic Literature, making it relevant for historical and linguistic studies concerning this period. It has a global applicability, without specific geographic or demographic restrictions.
License
CC0
Who Can Use It
- Researchers and Academics: For linguistic analysis, historical studies, and text-based research.
- Developers: To build applications such as translation tools, NLP models, or digital dictionaries for Sanskrit.
- Students and Educators: As a learning resource for the Sanskrit language and Vedic texts.
- Cultural Enthusiasts: Anyone interested in exploring ancient Indian literature and language.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Vedic Sanskrit Lexicon
- Nagari Script Vocabulary Resource
- Ancient Sanskrit Word Reference
- Vedic Literature Lexicon
- Sanskrit Word Meanings
Attributes
Original Data Source: Sanskrit Words in Vedic Literature
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