Circassianspeaking
Circassianspeaking refers to individuals who use Circassian languages, primarily Adyghe and Kabardian, as a main or regular part of daily communication. The term is used in sociolinguistics to describe language use within Circassian-speaking communities, including ethnic Circassians and others who have learned and adopt the language.
Linguistically, Circassian languages belong to the Northwest Caucasian language family. The two widely recognized standard varieties
Geographically, Circassianspeakers are concentrated in the North Caucasus region of Russia, notably in Adygea and nearby
Status and vitality vary by community. In many areas, Circassian languages are endangered or vulnerable due
Circassianspeaking intersects with social identity, heritage preservation, and linguistic revitalization, reflecting both the resilience of Circassian