Ale language facts for kids

Ale, also known as Gawwada, is a language spoken in Ethiopia. It belongs to the Cushitic family of languages.

Discovering the Ale Language

The Ale language is a unique part of Ethiopia's rich culture. It helps us understand the history of people in this region. Learning about languages like Ale shows us how diverse our world is.

Where is Ale Spoken?

Ale is spoken in a country called Ethiopia, which is in East Africa. Specifically, you can find Ale speakers in the Dirashe special woreda. This area is part of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region in Ethiopia.

Who Speaks Ale?

According to a count done in 2007, about 68,600 people speak Ale. This number comes from a census, which is like a big survey. Governments use censuses to count people and learn about them.

The Ale Language Family Tree

Languages often belong to "families," just like people do. The Ale language is part of the larger Cushitic family. This family is a branch of the even bigger Afro-Asiatic language group. Within the Cushitic family, Ale is part of a smaller group called Dullay languages.

How is Ale Written?

The Ale language uses the Ethiopic script for writing. A script is a system of written characters. The Ethiopic script is also used for other languages in Ethiopia, like Amharic.

Different Ways of Speaking Ale

Like many languages, Ale has different dialects. Dialects are slightly different versions of a language. They might have different words or pronunciations. Some of the dialects of Ale include:

• Gawwada proper
• Dihina
• Gergere
• Gollango
• Gorose
• Harso