Kuman

Kuman is a term that can refer to an indigenous people and their language in Papua New Guinea, as well as to other uses such as a surname. It is commonly associated with communities in the central highlands and surrounding districts.

Kuman language: The Kuman language is a Papuan language spoken by the Kuman people in parts of the central highlands of Papua New Guinea. It is considered part of the broader Trans-New Guinea language group by some linguists and has multiple dialects. The language has been described and documented by field researchers, and literacy materials commonly use the Latin alphabet for writing and education. Ongoing linguistic work continues to explore its grammar, phonology, and relationship to neighboring languages.

Kuman people: The Kuman are an ethnic group in Papua New Guinea whose traditional homeland lies in the highland regions around the language area. They have diverse village communities with customary practices, social organization, and practices tied to farming and local trade. Like many Papuan-speaking communities, Kuman society has been influenced by contact with other languages, including Tok Pisin and English.

Other uses: Beyond language and ethnicity, the name Kuman appears as a surname in various communities and can occur in place names or cultural references depending on context. As a result, disambiguation may be necessary when the term appears without clarifying details.