Menominee
[aka Menomini,]Classification: Algic
·severely endangered
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Severely endangered
20 percent certain, based on the evidence available
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35
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None under 50 years old.
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It is spoken as a first language by about 35 people, none under 50 years old, and by an additional 25 (none under 50) who have acquired second-language fluency.
- LANGUAGE CONTEXT COMMENTS
The language is used for restricted communication among elders, for religious/ceremonial functions, and in educational settings.
- PLACES
- USA, Wisconsin
- LOCATION DESCRIPTION
Spoken on the Menominee Reservation in northern Wisconsin in the towns of Keshena, Neopit, South Branch, and Zoar.
- ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Spoken on the Menominee Reservation in northern Wisconsin in the towns of Keshena, Neopit, South Branch, and Zoar.