Mundari language facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mundari |
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| ମୁଣ୍ଡା, মুন্ডা, मुंडारि | |
| Native to | India, Bangladesh, Nepal |
| Ethnicity | Munda |
| Native speakers | 1,128,228 (2011 census) |
| Language family |
Austro-Asiatic
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| Dialects |
Bhumij
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| Writing system | Mundari Bani, Devanagari, Eastern Nagari script, Oriya script, Latin script |
Mundari is a special language spoken by the Munda people. It belongs to the Munda language family. This family is part of an even bigger group called the Austro-Asiatic language family. Think of it like a big language tree!
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About the Mundari Language
Mundari is spoken by over a million people. Most of these speakers live in India. It is also spoken in parts of Bangladesh and Nepal. The Munda people have a rich history and culture. Their language is a big part of their identity.
Where is Mundari Spoken?
The main place where Mundari is spoken is in India. It is common in states like Jharkhand and Odisha. You can also find Mundari speakers in West Bengal and Assam. In Bangladesh, it is spoken in some northern areas. In Nepal, it is spoken in the eastern parts.
How is Mundari Written?
Mundari can be written using several different scripts. A script is like an alphabet or a set of characters used to write a language.
- Mundari Bani: This is a script created especially for the Mundari language. It helps keep the language unique.
- Devanagari: This script is used for languages like Hindi and Nepali.
- Eastern Nagari script: This script is used for languages like Bengali and Assamese.
- Oriya script: This script is used for the Odia language in India.
- Latin script: This is the same alphabet we use for English.
Using different scripts shows how adaptable the Mundari language is. It also shows how it connects with other languages and cultures.
Is Mundari Endangered?
Sadly, Mundari is considered an endangered language in India. This means fewer and fewer people are learning and speaking it. When a language is endangered, it's important to help preserve it. This can be done by teaching it to younger generations. It can also be done by creating books and media in the language.
Languages like Mundari carry a lot of history and culture. They help us understand different ways of thinking. Learning about them is like discovering a hidden treasure!
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Mundari Bani (Mundari script)
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Mundari Bani (Mundari Script)
