Achumawi Language (Achomawi, Palaihnih, Pit River Indians)
Achumawi is a Palaihnihan language of Northern California, most
closely related to Atsugewi.
Many linguists consider these two languages part of the larger
Hokan language family.
Achumawi is a tone language with VSO word order.
Only a few dozen elders of the Pit River Indian tribe speak the Achumawi language fluently today,
but some young people are working to revive the Achumawi language again.
Achumawi Vocabulary:
Our list of vocabulary words in the Achumawi language, with comparison to words in other Hokan languages.
Achumawi Pronunciation Guide:
How to pronounce Achumawi words.
Achumawi Animal Words:
Illustrated glossary of animal words in the Achumawi language.
Achumawi Body Parts:
Online and printable worksheets showing parts of the body in the Achumawi language.
Achumawi Colors:
Worksheet showing color words in the Achumawi language.
Achumawi Numbers:
Worksheet showing how to count in the Achumawi language.
Achumawi Language Lessons and Linguistic Descriptions