しまくとぅば

Aj【しまくとぅば・シマクトゥバ】くとぅば【しまくとぅば・シマクトゥバ】クトゥバ【しまクトゥバ・シマクトゥバ】シマクトゥバしまクトゥバ

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mother tongue (from the island where one was raised)zvyčajne kananárečie Rjúkjú

This meaning refers to the native language spoken in a person's home or community, particularly in the context of Okinawa, signifying a deep connection to one's heritage and culture.

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I often use my mother tongue when talking to my family.

Okinawan neologism (developed by the language revival movement)zvyčajne kananárečie Rjúkjú

This meaning pertains to the recent developments in the Okinawan language, particularly those that have emerged as part of efforts to revitalize and promote the language among younger generations.

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New words in Okinawan are being taught in local schools.