Ron languages facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ron |
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| Ron–Fyer | |
| Geographic distribution: |
Mangu LGA, Plateau State, Nigeria |
| Linguistic classification: | Afro-Asiatic
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| Subdivisions: |
Ron
Fyer
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 West Chadic per Newman (1977)
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The Ron languages, also known as Ronic or Ron–Fyer, are a group of languages spoken in Nigeria. They are part of a bigger language family called West Chadic languages. People speak these languages mainly in the Plateau State in northern Nigeria.
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What Are Ron Languages?
Ron languages are a "branch" of languages. Think of it like a family tree! A language family is a group of languages that came from a common ancestor language. The Ron languages are all related to each other, just like cousins in a family.
These languages are part of the larger Chadic group, which itself is part of the even bigger Afro-Asiatic language family. This means they share some history and similarities with many other languages across Africa and the Middle East.
Where Are Ron Languages Spoken?
The Ron languages are spoken by different communities in the Plateau State of Nigeria. This area is known for its diverse cultures and many different languages. People use these languages in their daily lives, for talking with family and friends, and for sharing stories and traditions.
Languages in the Ron Family
The Ron language family includes several different languages. Here are some of them:
- Fyer
- Tambas
- Daffo-Mbar-Butura
- Bokkos
- Monguna (also called Shagawu)
- Sha
- Mangar
- Mundat
- Karfa (also known as Duhwa)
- Kulere (also known as Richa)
Each of these languages has its own unique sounds, words, and grammar, but they all share common roots from the ancient Ron language.
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Main Chadic-speaking peoples in Nigeria
