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Lahu

Lahu

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A language spoken by the Lahu people in southwest Yunnan, China and nearby areas
  • noun
: lahu
  • Many villagers in Yunnan speak Lahu as their first language.

Examples

  • The Lahu language has several distinct dialects within the region.

  • Researchers are documenting traditional stories told in Lahu for preservation.

  • The Lahu language has many unique sounds.

  • Many Lahu speakers live in Yunnan Province.

  • Many villagers in Yunnan speak Lahu as their first language.

  • Researchers are documenting traditional stories told in Lahu for preservation.

  • The Lahu language has several distinct dialects within the region.

Synonyms

Lahu language
vsLahu
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A language spoken by the Lahu people in southwest Yunnan, China and nearby areas

means the same but is an alternative common form of the name

Compounds

Lahu language
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A language spoken by the Lahu people in southwest Yunnan, China and nearby areas

Surface Forms

Lahu singular
Lahus plural

Etymology

Lahu comes from the name the people use for themselves, so it means 'the language of the Lahu' and refers to the speech of that group in southwest China and nearby countries.