Yuchi
Also known as: Euchee, Tsoyaha
A language isolate of north-eastern Oklahoma, around Sapulpa within the Muscogee Nation, originally spoken in the south-eastern United States before removal. At most a handful of elderly native speakers remain; the Yuchi immersion school is again raising children with the language.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Yuchi?
Yuchi is a dialect of the Yuchi language.
Which region is Yuchi associated with?
Yuchi is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.
Is Yuchi known by other names?
Yes — Yuchi is also referred to as Euchee, Tsoyaha.
Is Yuchi endangered?
Yuchi is critically endangered. Only a small number of mostly elderly speakers remain, and the variety is at imminent risk of being lost.