nootka

• Substantivo próprio que se refere a um membro do povo indígena Nuu-chah-nulth (também chamado de Nootka), que vive na Ilha de Vancouver e na área do Cabo Flattery, no noroeste do estado de Washington, ou à língua da família wakashan falada por esse povo.

A proper noun referring to a member of the Wakashan people living on Vancouver Island and in the Cape Flattery region of northwestern Washington, or to the Wakashan language spoken by the Nootka.

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1. Indigenous PeopleB2formal

   A member of the Wakashan people who traditionally live on Vancouver Island and in the Cape Flattery region of northwestern Washington.

   Nootka

   • The Nootka people have a rich cultural heritage.
   • Nootka communities are known for their intricate wood carvings.
   • The Nootka were skilled whalers and fishermen.

2. B2formal

   The Wakashan language spoken by the Nootka people.

   Língua

   • The Nootka language is part of the Wakashan family.
   • Efforts are being made to revitalize the Nootka language.
   • Linguists study the grammar of Nootka.