Kartvelian
Laz, Turkey
The Spirit of the Black Sea
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Speakers
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Language Overview
Laz, spoken by approximately 30,000 people in Turkey and Georgia, is part of the Kartvelian family and holds cultural significance for the Laz people.
Market Insights
Radio and social media are popular, particularly for cultural preservation among younger speakers.
Cultural Context
Respectful forms are used with elders, and Laz has formal and informal registers. Minor dialectal differences exist.
Writing System and Typography
Uses the Latin script with specific characters for Laz phonetics; clear fonts improve readability.
Phonetics and Phonology
Laz features unique consonants and complex vowels that may challenge non-native speakers.
Grammatical Structure
Primarily SOV, with verb suffixes marking tense and mood.
Media and Text Layout
Text tends to expand by 10-15% in translation, affecting subtitle timing.
Localization Challenges
Respectful language forms and idioms are complex to translate accurately.
Technical Considerations
Font compatibility with Latin-based fonts is generally sufficient.
Other information
Laz music and dance are integral to cultural expression.
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