Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nahua
noun
/ˈnɑː.wɑ/
Definition
Nahua refers to a group of dialects spoken by the Nahua people, who are primarily located in central Mexico.
Examples
- The Nahua people have a rich cultural heritage.
- Many Nahua communities are actively preserving their languages.
- Nahua is part of the Uto-Aztecan language family.
Meaning
The term Nahua is often used to denote both the language and the cultural group associated with it, including their traditions and history.
Synonyms
- Aztec
- Mexica
- Central Mexican languages
