A Guide to Native American Languages
There is no single “Native American language”. Instead, there are hundreds of distinct Native American languages, each representing its own worldview, identity, and cultural legacy.
November 19, 2025
There is no single “Native American language”. Instead, there are hundreds of distinct Native American languages, each representing its own worldview, identity, and cultural legacy.
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