Krikati-Timbira

A language of Brazil

ISO 639-3

Alternate Names

Krikati-Gaviao, Krikati-Timbira, Krinkati-Gaviao, Krinkati-Timbira

Population

680 (2005 FUNASA). Ethnic population: 680 (2005 FUNASA).

Location

Southeast Pará, Maranhão, Tocantins; Municipality of Amarante, Governador village.

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Language Status

6a (Vigorous).

Classification

Dialects

Krinkati (Karakati), Timbira. Krikati and Timbira are separate ethnic groups speaking related dialects.

Typology

SOV

Language Use

Few also use Portuguese [por].

Language Resources