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Where to find Taino language resources in Santurce?

Where to find Taino language resources in Santurce?
Other 5 answers • imogen
I'm looking for reliable sources to learn about the Taino language, specifically the reconstructions of the language like tainonaíki. I'd like to find materials that are accurate and trustworthy.
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Rafael Santiago •
It's not a written language, after all. You can learn directly from the elders of a community that still exists in the Bronx.
Grace N •
Be careful with reconstructions, they're filled with words from adjacent cultures that have influenced the Arawak languages. It's like trying to reconstruct a language with words from a different culture that also descends from Latin.
Rafael OrtizRafael Ortiz •
I wouldn't say it's a problem if you're aware of the influence of other languages on the Taino language. Essentially, learning Taino is like learning a conlang that's inspired by real languages. For example, Esperanto is a constructed language that draws from European languages, and Interlingua is a language designed to be understood by speakers of Romance languages.
Maribel •
If you're really curious, you should look into the content of Amanax Ri.
owenowen •
If you're a historian, anthropologist, or researcher, and it's useful for your profession or study, then go for it. But if you're just trying to pretend to be indigenous and look foolish, then don't bother.
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