Assumedly, they live much like other rural Turks throughout Turkey, although they have attempted to preserve their traditional culture through festivals and organizations. In addition, the Abkhazian have retained their native tongue, which is one of the most complex languages on earth. This language has more than 50 consonants, with numerous pronunciations for each one. Because of the difficulty of their own language, the Abkhazian are extremely adept at learning other languages. The great majority of the Abkhazian are farmers and animal herders.
Tobacco is their major crop, but tea, fruits, and vegetables are also grown.
Cattle breeding is another important aspect of the Abkhazian economy. Because of their livelihood, nine out of ten Abkhazian live in rural areas. Their houses are built of brick or concrete and have either one or two stories. Most homes have verandas and balconies, where families enjoy spending time in good weather. Most Abkhazian women marry in their early twenties, but men often wait until their thirties or even forties.