Quechua

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • An indigenous people of South America: Refers to a member of a group of South American peoples, historically prominent in the Andes region, particularly in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. They were the primary ethnic group of the Inca Empire.
    • The language spoken by this people: Refers to the family of languages spoken by the Quechua peoples, which was the administrative language of the Inca Empire and remains widely spoken today.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (Referring to a person):

    • She is Quechua and maintains many traditional customs.
    • The Quechua have a rich cultural heritage.

  • Noun (Referring to the language):

    • He is studying Quechua to conduct field research in Peru.
    • Quechua is spoken by millions of people in the Andes.
Advanced Usage
  • "Quechua-speaking": Used as an adjective to describe communities or individuals who speak the Quechua language.
    • She works in a Quechua-speaking village high in the mountains.
Variants and Related Words
  • Quechuan (adj): Pertaining to the Quechua people or their languages.
    • Quechuan textiles are known for their intricate patterns.
  • Quichua: A common variant spelling, often used in Ecuador.
Synonyms
  • Inca: While not a perfect synonym, it historically refers to the ruling class and empire of the Quechua people.
  • Runa Simi: A native name for the Quechua language, meaning "people's speech."
Noun
  1. the language of the Quechua which was spoken by the Incas
  2. a community of South American Indians in Peru who were formerly the ruling class of the Incan Empire
  3. a member of a South American Indian people in Peru who were formerly the ruling class of the Inca empire

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