gilTechnical information about ISO 639 language code gil
The table below provides technical details for the Gilbertese language, designated by the gil code from the ISO 639-2 standard.
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| Standard | |
| Name | Gilbertese |
| Text direction | Left-to-Right |
| Language varieties | Northern GilberteseCentral GilberteseSouthern Gilbertese |
| Related languages | MarshalleseChuukesePohnpeianKosraean |
| Key facts | The language has a very small alphabet of 13 lettersReduplication is widely used to mark plurality, intensity and aspectStress almost always falls on the penultimate syllableFirst-person plural pronouns distinguish inclusive vs. exclusive formsIt is the only Micronesian language known to allow word-initial geminate consonants. |
| Sample phrase | Mauri, ko na bane ni mauri? |
| Character encodings | |
| Supported in Localizely |
The Gilbertese language, identified by the code gil, falls under the 'Individual' category in terms of its scope and is classified as 'Living' by its type.
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