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Chitimacha

Chitimacha

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A Native American people of Louisiana or their language
  • proper noun
  • /ˈʧɪtɪˌmɑːʧə/
: chitimacha
  • The Chitimacha have preserved many of their cultural traditions.
  • Chitimacha Reservation

Examples

  • Researchers are working to document the Chitimacha language for future generations.

  • The Chitimacha reservation is located in southern Louisiana.

  • The Chitimacha people have a rich cultural heritage.

  • Did you know that the Chitimacha language is nearly extinct?

  • The Chitimacha people have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional crafts and storytelling.

  • Many residents on the Chitimacha Reservation are working to preserve their native language.

  • During the ceremony, members of the Chitimacha Tribe celebrated their history through song and dance.

Surface Forms

Chitimacha main

Etymology

Chitimacha is the tribe's own name for themselves and for their language. That is why Chitimacha can mean the Native American people of Louisiana or the language they speak.