In the area of Garawan languages, there has always been a continuous and growing interest. Whether for its relevance in history, its impact on today's society, or its influence on different aspects of everyday life, the Garawan languages has captured the attention of academics, experts, and enthusiasts alike. Over the years, it has been debated and analyzed in detail, seeking to better understand its importance and role in the world. In this article, we will explore the different facets and perspectives of Garawan languages, examining its evolution over time and its impact today. Additionally, we will review the most recent research on the topic, seeking to shed light on new trends and advances that are occurring in the field of Garawan languages.
Garawan | |
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Yanyi, Garrwan | |
Geographic distribution | Northern Territory and Queensland |
Linguistic classification | Macro-Pama–Nyungan?
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Subdivisions | |
Glottolog | garr1260 |
Garawan and Tangkic (green). Garawan is the group inland. |
The Garawan languages (Garrwan), or Yanyi, are a small language family of Australian Aboriginal languages currently spoken in northern Australia.
The languages are:
Garawan may be related to the Pama–Nyungan languages, though this is not accepted in Bowern 2011. The languages are close: Dixon (2002)[citation needed] says that it should be straightforward to reconstruct proto-Garawa–Wanji.
Capell (1940) lists the following basic vocabulary items:
gloss | Garama | Waneiga |
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man | gadu | jäba |
woman | balŋun | ludju |
head | bɛlbid | gada |
eye | gamal | milba |
nose | djimu | mulju |
mouth | dädbi | lira |
tongue | djɛman | djälaṉ |
stomach | maːda | miälu |
bone | munu | gidji |
blood | gumuluŋ | djugän |
kangaroo | ŋalmuŋgu | maɭu |
opossum | jaːɭ | djaŋana |
crow | waːg | djäŋilga |
fly | moːl | ŋurin |
sun | ŋuŋa | wanda |
moon | mɛrg | girindji |
fire | ḏuŋgu | waɽu |
smoke | wanag | gundjuru |
water | goɽa | gabi |