Assyrian Neo-Aramaic

proper noun

Meaning

A modern Eastern Aramaic language spoken primarily by members of the Assyrian people, descending from the ancient Aramaic dialects of the region.

Examples

Many families in the diaspora work hard to ensure their children grow up speaking Assyrian Neo-Aramaic at home.
Linguists have documented several distinct dialects within Assyrian Neo-Aramaic that vary based on the speaker's ancestral village.

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Assyrian Neo-Aramaic

proper noun

Pronunciation: əˈsɪriən ˌniːoʊ ˌærəˈmeɪɪk

Definition

A modern Eastern Aramaic language spoken primarily by members of the Assyrian people, descending from the ancient Aramaic dialects of the region.

Examples

Many families in the diaspora work hard to ensure their children grow up speaking Assyrian Neo-Aramaic at home.
Linguists have documented several distinct dialects within Assyrian Neo-Aramaic that vary based on the speaker's ancestral village.
The community center offers weekly classes for those interested in learning to read and write in Assyrian Neo-Aramaic.

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