Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sahaptin
Noun
/səˈhæptɪn/
Definition
A language spoken by the Sahaptin people of the Columbia River Plateau in North America.
Examples
- The Sahaptin language is crucial for the cultural heritage of the Yakama Nation.
- Many words in Sahaptin are derived from the landscape and the environment of the Columbia River Plateau.
- Efforts to preserve the Sahaptin language are ongoing in local schools.
Meaning
Sahaptin refers to both the language and the cultural identity of the indigenous peoples in that region. It is part of the larger language family that includes other related dialects.
Synonyms
- No direct synonyms, but related terms include ‘Yakima’ and ‘Nez Perce languages.’
