kechua

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kechua

A student learns to speak Kechua in a language class.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A member of a South American Indigenous people in Peru: This refers to an individual belonging to a specific ethnic group historically prominent in the Andean region, particularly known for being part of the former ruling class of the Inca Empire.
    • The language spoken by the Quechua people: This refers to the language family spoken by these Indigenous peoples, which was the administrative language of the Inca Empire and is still widely spoken today.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (Referring to a person):

    • The kechua we met in Cusco was a skilled weaver.
    • He is a kechua, descended from a noble Inca lineage.

  • Noun (Referring to the language):

    • She is studying kechua to better understand Andean culture.
    • Many traditional stories are preserved in kechua.
Advanced Usage
  • Ethnolinguistic context: The term is often used in anthropological and historical contexts to discuss the culture, history, and linguistics of the Andean region.
    • The research focuses on kechua oral traditions from the colonial period.
Variants and Related Words
  • Quechua: This is the more common and standardized modern spelling for both the people and the language.
    • Quechua is an official language in Peru and Bolivia.
  • Kechuan (adjective): Pertaining to the Kechua people or their language.
    • Kechuan textiles are renowned for their intricate patterns.
Synonyms
  • Quechua: The standard synonym for both the ethnic group and the language.
  • Runa Simi: A native term meaning "people's speech," sometimes used to refer to the Quechua language.
Notes on Usage
  • The spelling "kechua" is an older or variant form. In contemporary academic and general usage, "Quechua" is the preferred and more widely recognized spelling.
  • When referring to the language family with many regional varieties, it is often specified (e.g., "Cusco Quechua," "Ayacucho Quechua").
kechua

A student learns to speak Kechua in a language class.

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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