Tongan

Tongan is the language spoken by the people of Tonga, an island nation in the South Pacific. It belongs to the Polynesian language family, sharing common roots with other Pacific languages like Samoan and Maori. Tongan has its own unique sounds, vocabulary, and grammar, and is used in daily conversation, cultural practices, and traditional ceremonies. It is written using the Latin alphabet and holds deep cultural significance, helping preserve Tonga's heritage and identity. While many Tongans are bilingual, speaking both Tongan and English, the language remains a vital part of the nation's cultural expression.