Ata language (Negros)

In today's world, Ata language (Negros) has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide spectrum of people. From its impact on society to its global implications, Ata language (Negros) has captured the attention of academics, scientists, politicians and ordinary citizens alike. Its influence covers different fields, from economics to culture, including technology and the environment. In this article, we will delve into the world of Ata language (Negros) to explore its different facets and understand its importance and impact today.

Ata
Native toPhilippines
RegionNegros Island
Extinct(3–4 elderly speakers reported in 2013)
Language codes
ISO 639-3atm
Glottologataa1240
ELPAta

Ata is a nearly extinct Philippine Negrito language spoken in Negros Island in the Visayas region of the Philippines.

As of 2013, Ata was reportedly spoken by no more than three or four elderly individuals in northern Negros Island, Philippines, although two of those died in 2021.

Notes

  1. ^ a b Lobel (2013), p. 85

References

  • Lobel, Jason William (2013). Philippine and North Bornean Languages: Issues in Description, Subgrouping, and Reconstruction (PDF) (Ph.D. thesis). University of Hawaii at Manoa.