Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nahuatl
Noun
/ˈnɑːwɑːtɪl/
Definition
Nahuatl is a group of related Uto-Aztecan languages spoken by around 1.5 million Nahua people in central Mexico.
Examples
- Many historical texts were written in Nahuatl, preserving the rich and complex history of the Aztec civilization.
- Some modern Mexican place names are derived from Nahuatl words.
- Efforts are ongoing to preserve and promote the Nahuatl language among younger generations.
Meaning
The term ‘Nahuatl’ not only refers to the language but also to the culture and history of the Nahua people, who are descendants of the Aztecs and other Indigenous groups.
Synonyms
- Uto-Aztecan (language family)
- Mexica (another term for the Aztec people who spoke Nahuatl)
