Makwe language
Today, Makwe language is a topic that has gained great relevance in different areas of society. From politics to economics, culture and technology, Makwe language has become a point of interest and discussion around the world. Its impact ranges from personal to global aspects, generating conflicting opinions and constant debates. Knowing more about Makwe language is essential to better understand the current context and possible future trends. In this article, we will explore various aspects related to Makwe language, to offer a comprehensive and enriching vision of this topic that is so relevant today.
| Makwe | |
|---|---|
| Kimakwe | |
| Native to | Mozambique, Tanzania |
| Region | Cabo Delgado Province, Mtwara Region |
Native speakers | 150,000 (2009–2017) |
| Language codes | |
| ISO 639-3 | ymk |
| Glottolog | makw1236 |
G.402 | |
| ELP | Makwe |
The Makwe or Macue language (Kimakwe) is a close relative of Swahili spoken on the coast of the Cabo Delgado Province of Mozambique, and across the border in Mtwara Region of Tanzania. Although it shares high lexical similarity (60%) with Swahili, it is not intelligible with it, nor with its cousin Mwani. Arends et al. suggest it might turn out to be a Makonde–Swahili mixed language.
A grammar of the Makwe language by Maud Devos was published in 2008.
References
- ^ Makwe at Ethnologue (26th ed., 2023)
- ^ Jouni Filip Maho, 2009. New Updated Guthrie List Online
- ^ Arends, Jacques; Muysken, Pieter; Smith, Norval (1995). Pidgins and Creoles: An Introduction. Creole Language Library. Vol. 15. John Benjamins. doi:10.1075/cll.15. ISBN 9781556191695.
- ^ Devos, Maud (2008). A Grammar of Makwe. LINCOM. ISBN 978-3895861079.
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