Krikati-Timbira
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A language of Brazil
Alternate Names
Krikati-Gaviao, Krinkati-Gaviao, Krinkati-Timbira
User Population
680 (2005 FUNASA). Ethnic population: 680 (2005 FUNASA).
Location
Maranhão state: Amarante municipality, Governador village.
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Language Status
5* (Developing).
Dialects
Krinkati (Karakati), Timbira. Krikati and Timbira are separate ethnic groups speaking related dialects.
Typology
SOV; 11 consonants and 15 vowels, including 6 nasal vowels.
Language Use
Most also use Portuguese [por].
Language Development
NT: 2006.