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kam-tai

Definition:

Kam-tai is a linguistic subgroup within the Tai-Kadai language family, primarily spoken in southern China and Southeast Asia.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses:

Noun:

1. A language family that encompasses various Tai-Kadai languages spoken in southern China and Southeast Asia.

2. A member of the Kam-tai subgroup of the Tai-Kadai language family.

Adjective:

1. Pertaining to the Kam-tai subgroup of languages or their speakers.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

When referring to the diverse languages spoken in southern China and Southeast Asia, Kam-tai is commonly used as an umbrella term.

Example sentences:

• Many dialects and languages fall under the Kam-tai group.
• Exploring the linguistic similarities among Kam-tai languages is intriguing.

Local Usage:

Within linguistic and academic communities, Kam-tai is frequently used to discuss the specific subgroup of languages.

Example sentences:

• The Kam-tai subgroup shows remarkable phonological patterns.
• Studying Kam-tai languages provides insights into the region's culture and history.

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