Tupi language
Tupi language
Tupi (/tuːpiː/) is a subfamily of the indigenous languages spoken by the Tupi tribes of South America. The language is known for its rich vocabulary and complex grammatical structure.
Etymology
The term "Tupi" is derived from the native word tupi, meaning "the original people". The language is also referred to as Tupi-Guarani, named after the two main tribes that spoke the language, the Tupi and the Guarani.
Pronunciation
Tupi is pronounced as /tuːpiː/, with the "u" pronounced as in "put" and the "i" pronounced as in "see".
Related Terms
- Tupi people: The indigenous tribes of South America who spoke the Tupi language.
- Guarani people: A tribe that spoke a dialect of the Tupi language.
- Tupi-Guarani languages: A language family that includes Tupi and other related languages.
- Indigenous languages of the Americas: The languages spoken by the indigenous peoples of the Americas, including Tupi.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tupi language
- Wikipedia's article - Tupi language
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