The languages of Ecuador: a linguistic diversity that must be preserved Ecuador, despite its geographical size, is one of the countries with the greatest cultural and linguistic diversity in Latin America. This richness is not only expressed in its...
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The languages of Ecuador: a linguistic diversity that must be preserved Ecuador, despite its geographical size, is one of the countries with the greatest cultural and linguistic diversity in Latin America. This richness is not only expressed in its traditions and towns but also in the dialects of Spanish spoken in different regions of the country. These dialects reflect the history, environment, and cultural roots of each community. However, many of them are at risk of being lost over time if measures are not taken to preserve them. A dialect is a variety of a language spoken in a specific geographical area or by a specific social group. Dialects vary in pronunciation, vocabulary, and sometimes also in grammar. In the case of Ecuador, although Spanish is spoken throughout the country, this language adopts different forms depending on the region. In general, three main dialectal areas of Ecuadorian Spanish are recognized: Sierra Dialect (Andean or Altiplano): It is spoken in cities like
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