Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

uto-aztecan

Noun

/juːtoʊ æzˈtɛkən/

Definition

Uto-Aztecan refers to a large family of indigenous languages spoken primarily in the western United States and Mexico.

Examples

Nahuatl is one of the most widely spoken Uto-Aztecan languages in Mexico.
The Uto-Aztecan family is known for its rich oral traditions and cultural significance.

Meaning

The Uto-Aztecan language family includes several languages such as Nahuatl and Hopi, which were historically spoken by the Aztec and other Native American tribes.