Also Known As:
Ma'a, Mbougou, Wama'a, Wa Maathi, Kibwyo, Mixed Ma'a/Mbugu, Ma'á, Inner Ma'á, Mbugu Inner Mbugu
Dialects & Varieties
- Cha kawaida
- Cha ndani
Recent Resources
The Wikipedia page for the Mbugu language. Somewhat detailed.
Threatened
100 percent certain, based on the evidence available
~7,000
Native Speakers Worldwide
Speaker Number Trends
Speaker Number Trend 2
A majority of community members speak the language. Speaker numbers are gradually decreasing.
2
Domains of Use
Domain Of Use 3
Used mainly in the home and/or with family, but remains the primary language of these domains for many community members.
3
Transmission
Transmission 1
Most adults in the community, and some children, are speakers.
1
Bibliography
Bibliography of Vitality:
Scott Lewis. 2003. "Mbugu/Ma'a Project." 14. SIL International. Online: http://www.sil.org/silesr/2004/silesr2004-001.pdf.
Bibliography of Locations:
Scott Lewis. 2003. "Mbugu/Ma'a Project." 14. SIL International. Online: http://www.sil.org/silesr/2004/silesr2004-001.pdf.
Bibliography of Context:
Scott Lewis. 2003. "Mbugu/Ma'a Project." 14. SIL International. Online: http://www.sil.org/silesr/2004/silesr2004-001.pdf.