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Vocabulary in Native American Languages: Kankuamo Words

Welcome to our Kankuamo vocabulary page! Kankuamo is a Chibchan language, related to other languages like Wiwa and Bribri. We have included twenty basic Kankuamo words here, to compare with related American Indian languages. If you would like to know a Kankuamo word that is not currently on our page, you can take part in our Indian languages translation fundraiser or visit our main Kankuamo language site for more free resources.

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Kankuamo Word Set

English (Français)	Kankuamo words
One (Un)	Ijcua
Two (Deux)	Móga
Three (Trois)	Mewa
Four (Quatre)	Makéwa
Five (Cinq)	Achiwa
Sun (Soleil)	Kokobuyo
Wind (Vent)	Bunite
Water (Eau)	Ditá
Fire (Feu)	Guié
Stone (Pierre)	Aguína
House (Maison)	Huráca
Fish (Poisson)	Guácu

Click here to see Kankuamo vocabulary words compared to words in related Chibchan languages: Chibchan Indian Words

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