Machame

A language of Tanzania

ISO 639-3

Alternate Names

Kimachame, Kimashami, Machambe

Population

300,000 (1992 UBS), increasing.

Location

Chaga area.

Language Status

5 (Developing).

Classification

Dialects

Bosho, Hai, Masdama, Ng’uni, Siha (Shira). Chaga dialect continuum member which include Rombo [rof], Mochi [old], and Vunjo [vun].

Language Use

Vigorous, especially in their home area. All ages. Very positive attitudes.

Language Development

Dictionary. NT: 2000.

Language Resources

Writing

Latin script.

Other Comments

Christian, Muslim, traditional religion.