The Utah-Yuman languages are a group of Native American languages primarily spoken in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. This language family includes several languages, such as Yuman, Maricopa, and Havasupai, which are used by various indigenous tribes in the region. These languages are characterized by their unique phonetic and grammatical structures, which differ significantly from other language families in North America. The Yuman languages are known for their complex verb forms and use of prefixes and suffixes to convey meaning, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the tribes that speak them.