Title
The Afro-Brazilian Speech Of Calunga: Historical, Sociolinguistic, And Linguistic Considerations
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-2012
Abstract
Calunga is an Afro-Brazilian speech spoken primarily in and around Patrocínio, Minas Gerais, a rural town located in the western region of the state known as the Triângulo Mineiro. In the early 21st century, this Afro-Brazilian speech exists in a moribund state. The present article is an attempt to provide a basic overview regarding some of the historical, sociolinguistic, and linguistic considerations of this Afro-Brazilian speech community, and how it fits into the larger picture of the African legacy in Brazil in terms of language and culture.
Recommended Citation
Originally published in The Journal of Pan African Studies, vol.5, no.5, June 2012: http://www.jpanafrican.com/archive_issues/vol5no5.htm.
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