Sidamo language facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sidama Afoo |
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| Native to | Ethiopia |
| Region | Sidama Zone (SNNPR) |
| Native speakers | 3 million (2010)e19 |
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Afro-Asiatic
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Sidamo, also called Sidaama, is a language spoken in Ethiopia, a country in Africa. About three million people speak Sidamo. It belongs to a group of languages known as Cushitic. These languages are part of the larger Afro-Asiatic language family.
What is the Sidamo Language?
Sidamo is a language from the Cushitic family. This means it shares roots with other languages like Oromo and Somali. It is specifically part of the Highland East Cushitic group.
Where is Sidamo Spoken?
Most Sidamo speakers live in the Sidama Zone of southern Ethiopia. This area is part of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR). The Sidama people are the main group who speak this language.
How Many People Speak Sidamo?
As of 2010, about three million people speak Sidamo. This makes it one of the more widely spoken languages in Ethiopia. It is an important language for the Sidama people's culture and daily life.
