Sa’ban
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A language of Malaysia
Alternate Names
Berau, Braow, “Merau” (pej.)
User Population
1,110 in Malaysia (2000). Ethnic population: 1,400 (2011). Total users in all countries: 1,960.
Location
Sarawak: Miri division, Long Banga’, Upper Baram, Long Peluan, Long Puak on Kalimantan border.
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Language Status
6b (Threatened).
Language Use
Some young people, all adults. People have been moving into urban areas for employment, and as a consequence have abandoned some of their cultural traditions. It is not clear whether young people are giving up on their ethnic language, but there is evidence that they are becoming proficient in other languages for employment opportunities.
Language Development
Literature. Bible portions: 1969.