The document discusses the history and development of the Dhivehi language. It notes that Dhivehi has evolved over centuries of contact with other languages and cultures in the Indian Ocean region. The language has absorbed influences from Arabic, Persian, Portuguese, and English but maintained its distinct Maldivian identity. Currently, efforts are underway to preserve the language and promote its use...
Read more ↓The document discusses the history and development of the Dhivehi language. It notes that Dhivehi has evolved over centuries of contact with other languages and cultures in the Indian Ocean region. The language has absorbed influences from Arabic, Persian, Portuguese, and English but maintained its distinct Maldivian identity. Currently, efforts are underway to preserve the language and promote its use among new generations.
Read less ↑Tags: Dhivehi, Dhivehi culture, Dhivehi language, Indian Ocean region, language development, language history, language influences, language preservation, language promotion, Maldivian identity, multilingual influences
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