1. The document discusses the Maldivian language and its history and development. 2. It states that the Maldivian language originated from the language spoken in Sri Lanka over 1000 years ago and has evolved since then. 3. It also discusses some key aspects of the Maldivian language including its alphabet, vocabulary borrowed from Arabic, and differences between dialects in different...
Read more ↓1. The document discusses the Maldivian language and its history and development. 2. It states that the Maldivian language originated from the language spoken in Sri Lanka over 1000 years ago and has evolved since then. 3. It also discusses some key aspects of the Maldivian language including its alphabet, vocabulary borrowed from Arabic, and differences between dialects in different parts of the Maldives.
Read less ↑Tags: Arabic loanwords, Dhivehi, Maldives dialects, Maldivian alphabet, Maldivian development, Maldivian evolution, Maldivian history, Maldivian language, Maldivian linguistics, Maldivian vocabulary, Sri Lanka language influence
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