Niger-Congo
Oniyan, Senegal
Echoes of Ancestry
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Language Overview
Bassari is spoken by the Bassari people in Senegal and Guinea. Part of the Tenda language group within the Niger-Congo family, Bassari has about 20,000 speakers. It is closely linked to the cultural identity of the Bassari people, often used alongside French or Pulaar.
Market Insights
Radio and community storytelling are primary media, with French being the primary language for online content. Bassari youth increasingly access digital media in neighboring languages.
Cultural Context
Respectful language toward elders is common, and specific greetings are used depending on context. The language has minor regional variations between Senegal and Guinea.
Writing System and Typography
Bassari uses the Latin alphabet with occasional diacritics. Text flows left-to-right, with no special font requirements for basic text.
Phonetics and Phonology
Bassari has unique nasal and glottal sounds, which non-native speakers may find challenging.
Grammatical Structure
Bassari uses an SVO structure, with limited inflection for tense and aspect. Gender is not grammatically marked.
Media and Text Layout
Text expands around 10% from English. Subtitles should stay under 30 characters per line for readability.
Localization Challenges
Bassari idioms are tied to local customs, which may require adaptation in translation.
Technical Considerations
Font compatibility for Bassari is generally accessible but may lack support for specialized diacritics.
Other information
Bassari has a vibrant oral tradition, with stories focusing on community and nature.
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