Savaiq language

Savaiq
Region Burma
Native speakers
10,000 (2013)[1]
Language codes
ISO 639-3 None (mis)
Glottolog None

Savaiq is a Waic language spoken in Shan State, Burma.

The exact number of Savaiq speakers is unknown, but may possibly be around 10,000 (Myint 2013:6). Savaiq speakers are distributed in Kunlong, Mong Maw, and Lashio townships in Shan State, Burma.

Names

Savaiq means 'swallow (bird)'. Other names for Savaiq include (Myint 2013:3):

See also

References

  1. Myint 2013:6
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