README.md

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pretty_name: 'Tribal Language , language modeling '
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What is Khasi Language?

Location:

• Primarily spoken in the northeastern Indian state of Meghalaya.
• Also spoken in parts of Assam, Tripura, and Bangladesh.

Language Family:

• Khasi is a member of the Austroasiatic language family.

Script:

• Traditionally written using the Khasi script, which is a script created specifically for the Khasi language.

Culture and Identity:

• The Khasi language is an integral part of the cultural identity of the Khasi people.
• It plays a significant role in traditional Khasi folklore, rituals, and oral traditions.

Grammar:

• Khasi has a subject-verb-object (SVO) word order.
• Nouns do not have gender, and there is no grammatical distinction between singular and plural.

Vocabulary:

• The vocabulary of Khasi reflects the cultural and natural environment of the Khasi people, including terms related to agriculture, nature, and social customs.

Multilingualism:

• Many Khasi speakers are multilingual, often fluent in English and other languages due to the region's diverse linguistic landscape.

Linguistic Features:

• Khasi is known for its unique linguistic features, including a system of classifiers used in counting and categorizing objects.

Language Preservation:

• Efforts are made to preserve and promote the Khasi language through education, literature, and cultural programs.

Cultural Significance:

• The Khasi language is closely tied to the cultural and historical heritage of the Khasi people, contributing to their distinct identity in the northeastern region of India.