K'iche'

K'iche' is a Mayan language spoken primarily in the western highlands of Guatemala by the K'iche' people. It has ancient roots dating back over a thousand years and is part of the Mayan language family, which includes over 30 related languages. K'iche' is used in daily life, cultural practices, and traditional stories, and has a written form that uses Latin script. Despite historical challenges, including colonization, it remains a vital part of the K'iche' community's identity and cultural heritage today.