Cham facts for kids
Cham can mean different things, from groups of people and languages to places and even famous individuals. This article will help you learn about the many uses of the word "Cham."
Who are the Cham People?
The Cham are an ethnic group mainly living in Vietnam and Cambodia. They have a rich history and culture.
The Cham Language and Script
The Cham language is spoken by the Cham people. It has its own unique writing system called the Cham script. This script is so special that it even has its own section in the Unicode system, which helps computers show different writing styles from around the world.
Cham Albanians
Another group of people are the Cham Albanians. They are also known as Çam. These people originally came from northern Greece and are of Albanian descent. They speak a special kind of Cham Albanian dialect.
Famous People Named Cham
Many interesting people have the name Cham or a similar name.
Musicians and Artists
- Cham (singer) (born 1979) is a reggae singer from Jamaica. He is well-known for his song "Ghetto Story."
- Chamillionaire (born 1979) is an American rapper.
- Jorge Cham (born 1976) is a talented comic-book artist. He creates fun and educational comics.
- Amédée de Noé (1818–1879) was a French artist. He used "Cham" as his pen name when he created his artwork.
Leaders and Athletes
- Cham Prasidh (born 1951) is a Cambodian politician. He has served as a government minister in Cambodia, helping with trade and other important matters for his country.
- Adongo Agada Cham (1959–2011) was a king of the Anuak people who live in Sudan and Ethiopia.
- Patrick Cham (born 1959) is a French basketball player. He played professionally and represented France in sports.
Historical and Scientific Figures
- Adelbert von Chamisso (1781–1838) was a German botanist, which means he studied plants. His name is often shortened to "Cham." in scientific writings.
- Ham (son of Noah), sometimes spelled Cham, is a figure mentioned in ancient religious texts.
Places Called Cham
The name Cham can also refer to several places around the world.
Towns and Regions
- Cham, Germany is a town in Germany.
- Cham (district) is a district, or region, also in Germany.
- Cham, Switzerland is a city located in the Canton of Zug in Switzerland.
- Chàm Islands are a group of beautiful islands off the coast of Vietnam.
- Chamonix is a famous mountain town in France, often called "Cham" by locals.
Hospitals and Regions
- Children's Hospital at Montefiore is a hospital in New York City that cares for children.
- Al Sham, sometimes spelled Al Cham, is a historical region that includes countries like Israel, Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan.
Other Uses of Cham
The word Cham also appears in other interesting ways.
Books and Businesses
- Cham is the title of a novel written by the British author Jonathan Trigell. The story is set in the mountain town of Chamonix.
- Cham Bank is a bank located in Syria.
- Cham Palaces and Hotels is a hotel chain based in Syria.
- Cham Wings Airlines is a privately owned airline from Syria.
Culture and Media
- Cham dance is a special masked dance. It is part of some types of Buddhism.
- CHAM (radio station) is a radio station located in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
- Khan is an old title for a ruler or leader, and "Cham" was sometimes an older way to spell it.
- Kopi Cham is a popular drink from Malaysia. It is a mix of coffee and tea!
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