Muinane
Muinane is a language spoken by the indigenous Muinane people in the Amazon rainforest, primarily in Colombia. It belongs to the Tucanoan language family and is used by a small community, making it a vulnerable language. The Muinane people rely on their language for cultural expression and communication within their community.
The Muinane language is characterized by its unique phonetic and grammatical features, which differ from those of surrounding languages. Efforts are being made to document and preserve Muinane, as the younger generation increasingly adopts Spanish due to external influences. This preservation is crucial for maintaining the cultural identity of the Muinane people.