Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Afro-Linguistics and African Language Structures in Chad: A Survey Research

Marie Akoi, Department of Research, King Faisal University of Chad Fadika Nguilé, Department of Advanced Studies, University of N'Djamena Gnouba Dembélé, King Faisal University of Chad Mabruka Tsembe, Department of Advanced Studies, University of N'Djamena
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18852887
Published: February 15, 2007

Abstract

Afro-linguistics is a subdiscipline of linguistics that studies languages spoken in Africa and their relationships to each other. A survey approach was employed to gather data from linguistic experts and documentation of existing language classifications in Chad. The study identified a significant proportion (45%) of Chadian languages belonging to the Nilo-Saharan family, with notable diversity across different regions. This research provides valuable insights into the Afro-Linguistics landscape within Chad, highlighting linguistic diversity and classification patterns. Further research should focus on comparative studies between neighboring African countries to better understand regional linguistic dynamics.

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Marie Akoi, Fadika Nguilé, Gnouba Dembélé, Mabruka Tsembe (2007). Afro-Linguistics and African Language Structures in Chad: A Survey Research. African Public History Journal, Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18852887

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ChadAfro-linguisticsAfricanist linguisticsLanguage typologyComparative linguisticsEthnolinguisticsSociolinguistics

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