Agau

/ˈɑːɡɑːw/ noun

Definition

A Cushitic language spoken by a minority ethnic group primarily in Ethiopia, particularly in the Amhara region.

Etymology

From the Agaw people of Ethiopia; the language is part of the Cushitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family. Named directly after the ethnic group that speaks it.

Kelly Says

Agau is a linguistic window into East African history—it belongs to an ancient language family that predates many neighboring languages! The Agaw people have maintained their distinct language for thousands of years despite being surrounded by Amharic speakers, making them linguistically remarkable.

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