Micronesian Languages

Micronesia is a region in the western Pacific Ocean, and it includes several island nations with diverse indigenous languages. The Micronesian languages are part of the larger Austronesian language family. Here are some examples:

  • Chuukese: Spoken in the Chuuk State of the Federated States of Micronesia. (Nuclear Micronesian subgroup)
  • Kiribati (Gilbertese): Spoken in Kiribati and parts of Tuvalu.
  • Kosraean: Spoken in the Kosrae State of the Federated States of Micronesia. (Nuclear Micronesian subgroup)
  • Marshallese: Spoken in the Marshall Islands. (Nuclear Micronesian subgroup)
  • Nauruan: Spoken in Nauru.
  • Pohnpeian: Spoken in the Pohnpei State of the Federated States of Micronesia. (Nuclear Micronesian subgroup)
  • Yapese: Spoken in the Yap State of the Federated States of Micronesia.

These languages, each with its unique characteristics, contribute to the cultural diversity of Micronesia.