Sangmian languages
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| Sangmian-Casmadak | |
|---|---|
| Geographic distribution: | Boroso |
| Linguistic classification: | One of Sahar's primary language families |
| Proto-language: | Proto-Sangmian |
| CWS code | – |
The Sangmian languages form a small language family of Boroso, comprising at least five extant varieties in Sangmia and several historical forms in Sangmia and the surrounding regions (southwest Tuanmali and mountainous !Khaaz). The family totals over six million speakers.
Languages
| Language | Classification | Number of native speakers | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnau language | Sangmian | 2,800,000 | Mwamba |
| Kräk language | Sangmian | 1,300,000 | Mwamba |
| Haanzac language | Sangmian | 1,100,000 | Mwamba |
| Veizea language | Sangmian | 800,000 | Mwamba |
| Ubëishounhai language | Sangmian | 700,000 | Mwamba |