Manao language
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| Manao | |
|---|---|
| Native to | Brazil |
| Extinct | 18th century |
Arawakan
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| Language codes | |
| ISO 639-3 | None (mis) |
qbh | |
| Glottolog | mana1299 |
Manao is a long-extinct Arawakan language of Brazil. The Manaos gave their name to the present-day city of Manaus, the capital city of the state of Amazonas in Brazil.[1]
Vocabulary[edit]
Some words in the Manao language include:[2]
| English | Manao |
|---|---|
| One | Panimu |
| Two | Piarukúma |
| Three | Pialuky paulo |
| Man | Yrinály |
| Woman | Ytunalo |
| Sun | Gamuy |
| Moon | Ghairy |
| Water | Unüa |
References[edit]
- ^ "Manao Language and the Manáo Indian Tribe (Oremanao, Manaos, Manoa)".
- ^ Loukotka, Čestmír (1968). Classification of South American Indian languages. Los Angeles: UCLA Latin American Center.