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Language code: tsi

Technical information about ISO 639 language code tsi

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The table below provides technical details for the Tsimshian language, designated by the tsi code from the ISO 639-2 standard.

Code

tsi

Name

Tsimshian

Text direction

Left-to-Right

Language varieties
MetlakatlaHartley BayKitkatlaLax Kw'alaams
Related languages
Nisga’aGitxsanSouthern Tsimshian
Key facts
Classified as a member of the Tsimshianic language family, distinct from larger neighboring familiesWritten with a modified Latin script that includes symbols like ̱ (macron below) and ʼ to mark glottal soundsGrammar is polysynthetic and often arranges sentences in verb–subject–object orderPhonology features ejective stops, uvular consonants, and a contrast between plain and glottalized sonorantsRevitalization efforts include community-run immersion camps, online courses, and a widely used Sm’algyax dictionary app
Sample phrase

Luulgit! Aam sagwa?

Character encodings

UTF-8, UTF-16, UTF-32

Supported in Localizely

The Tsimshian language, identified by the code tsi, falls under the 'Individual' category in terms of its scope and is classified as 'Living' by its type.

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