Sawunese
Sawunese is a fictional language spoken by the Sawu people on the island of Savu in Indonesia. It belongs to the Austronesian language family, specifically within the Malayo-Polynesian branch. Sawunese is closely related to other languages spoken in eastern Indonesia, though it has distinct features that set it apart. The language is primarily spoken and has a rich oral tradition.
Historically, Savu was influenced by trade and cultural exchange, which may have led to loanwords from neighboring
The phonology of Sawunese features a relatively simple sound system, with a limited number of vowels and
Sawunese plays a vital role in the cultural identity of the Sawu people, being used in traditional