Andamanese Languages
The Andamanese languages are a group of indigenous languages spoken by the native peoples of the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal. These languages are part of the larger Sino-Tibetan language family and are primarily classified into several distinct languages, including Great Andamanese, Onge, and Sentinelese. Each language reflects the unique culture and history of its speakers.
These languages are critically endangered, with few fluent speakers remaining, particularly for Great Andamanese, which has seen a significant decline. Efforts to document and preserve these languages are ongoing, as they hold valuable insights into the region's history and the lifestyles of its indigenous communities.