Sawi
A language of Indonesia (Papua)
| Population | 3,500 (1993 R. Doriot). |
| Region | Asmat Regency, Pantai Kasuari and Fayit subdistricts, near south coastal lowland, between Kronkel and Ayip rivers and upper Fayit River area, Kamur, Esebor, Wiagas, Minahai, Comoro villages. |
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Indonesia, Eastern Papua, reference number 242 |
| Alternate names | Aejauroh, Sawuy |
| Dialects | Most similar to Awyu languages. |
| Classification | Trans-New Guinea, Ok-Awyu, Awyu-Dumut, Sawi |
| Language development | Literacy rate in L2: 5% semiliterate. NT: 1973–1994. |
| Comments | Christian, traditional religion. |
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