Culture
See also: Culture of BangladeshThe majority of British Bengalis regard Bangladesh as their "ancestral home", although a survey showed strong feelings that they belonged to British society. The cultural traditions practised in Bangladesh, are also widely practised by the community. The languages of Sylheti and Bengali are viewed as important features of cultural identity, parents therefore encourage young people to attend standard Bengali classes to learn the language, although many find this learning progress difficult in the UK. English tends to be spoken among younger brothers and sisters and peer groups, and Bengali/Sylheti with parents. Communities share and favour a family-orientated community culture.
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