Sarikoli facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sarikoli |
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| Native to | People's Republic of China |
| Native speakers | 16,000 (2000) |
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| Writing system | Arabic |
| Linguasphere | 58-ABD-eb |
Xinjiang province. Light blue are areas where Sarikoli is spoken.
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The Sarikoli language is a special language spoken by a group of people called Tajiks. You can find these Tajiks mainly in China, especially in a region called Xinjiang. Some also live in areas near the border of Pakistani Kashmir. Sarikoli is part of a larger group of languages known as the Pamir languages. It is also called Selekur, Sarikul, Sariqul, or Sariköli.
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What is the Sarikoli Language?
The Sarikoli language is a unique way of speaking that belongs to the Iranian language family. This family includes many languages spoken across parts of Asia. Sarikoli is specifically a member of the Southeastern Iranian languages, which means it shares some features with other languages in that region.
Where is Sarikoli Spoken?
Most people who speak Sarikoli live in the People's Republic of China. They are found in the southwestern part of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. This area is close to the borders of countries like Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
Who Speaks Sarikoli?
The Sarikoli language is spoken by the Sarikoli Tajiks. These are a group of people who have lived in the Pamir Mountains for a long time. They have their own culture and traditions, and their language is a big part of their identity. In the year 2000, about 16,000 people spoke Sarikoli.
How is Sarikoli Related to Other Languages?
Sarikoli is part of the Indo-European language family. This is one of the largest language families in the world, including languages like English, Spanish, and Hindi. Within this huge family, Sarikoli belongs to the Indo-Iranian branch. This branch then splits into Iranian languages, and further into Eastern and Southeastern Iranian languages. Finally, it's a Pamir language.
What is the Pamir Language Group?
The Pamir languages are a group of languages spoken in the Pamir Mountains. These mountains are very high and rugged, located where Central Asia meets South Asia. Because of the mountains, many small language groups developed over time. Sarikoli is one of these special Pamir languages.
How is Sarikoli Written?
The Sarikoli language uses the Arabic script for writing. This is the same writing system used for Arabic, Persian, and many other languages. It reads from right to left.
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This map shows the Xinjiang province. The light blue areas are where Sarikoli is spoken.
See also
- In Spanish: Sarikol para niños
