Guaymie

/ɡwaɪˈmi/ noun

Definition

A member of indigenous peoples of Central America, particularly Panama and Costa Rica, also known as the Ngäbe people.

Etymology

The Guaymí (also spelled Guaymie) are an indigenous group whose name comes from their own language. The spelling varies in English documents due to inconsistent transliteration.

Kelly Says

The Guaymí people maintain their own language and traditions and constitute one of Panama's largest indigenous groups today—they've survived colonization, land theft, and globalization while keeping their culture alive.

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