The 오스트로네시아어족 (Austronesian language family) is one of the largest language families in the world, comprising over 1,200 languages. It is primarily spoken across a vast region that includes 동남아시아 (Southeast Asia), the 태평양 (Pacific), and parts of 아프리카 (Africa). The languages in this family are known for their diverse linguistic features and rich cultural heritage. The 오스트로네시아어족 is divided into several branches, including 말레이-폴리네시아어군 (Malayo-Polynesian languages), which encompasses languages like 인도네시아어 (Indonesian) and 하와이어 (Hawaiian). This language family plays a crucial role in understanding the migration and cultural exchanges of ancient peoples across the Pacific and Indian Oceans.