Australian teacher's video on Shashi Tharoor's 'Tharoorian Vocabulary' goes viral

Shashi Tharoor has gained widespread recognition for his eloquent English and distinctive vocabulary. Known as the "Tharoorian vocabulary," his unique way of speaking the language has recently caught the attention of many through a viral YouTube video. The video, titled "How to Sound Like Shashi Tharoor," showcases Tharoor's exquisite manner of articulating in English.

While Tharoor is primarily known for his political career as a Congress MP, the video reveals another aspect of his persona: his ability to deliver English lessons in a captivating manner. Australian teacher Jay provides insights into the secrets behind the 'Tharoorian vocabulary,' a term coined to describe Tharoor's impactful presence on social media and public life. The video explores Tharoor's technique of strategically emphasizing syllables within words, allowing them to carry more power and impact.

Jay commends Tharoor's English-speaking skills, describing them as "absolutely beautiful." He plays an audio clip of Tharoor discussing the concept of pleasure, highlighting how Tharoor intentionally stresses specific syllables within each word to effectively convey his message. Since its upload on November 27, the video has already received over 7 thousand likes on YouTube.


The comments section reflects the admiration for an English individual learning from an Indian's English. One user even suggests, "Speak English in such a way that even the English people study your way of speaking English!" Another user praises Tharoor's outstanding vocabulary. The video has now surpassed 300,000 views on YouTube, demonstrating the global interest in Shashi Tharoor's unique linguistic style.

It is interesting to note that an English teacher is taking lessons from an Indian's English, which has sparked amusement among viewers. With its growing popularity within just a month, the overwhelming response further emphasizes the fascination with Tharoor's linguistic prowess.

Watch the video here: