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Xavante
Also known as: A'uwẽ
A Macro-Jê language of the Xavante people of central Brazil, in the cerrado of Mato Grosso. Around 20,000 speakers, with active bilingual education in Xavante communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Xavante?
Xavante is a dialect of the Xavante language.
Where is Xavante spoken?
Xavante is primarily spoken in Brazil.
Which region is Xavante associated with?
Xavante is part of the Latin America & the Caribbean region on DialectAtlas.
Is Xavante known by other names?
Yes — Xavante is also referred to as A'uwẽ.
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