Slavey language

The Slavey (also Slave) (pronounced: {{IPA|/slevi/}}) is an Athabaskan language (part of the larger Na-Dené family) used among the Slavey First Nations people of Canada.

Related Topics:
Athabaskan language - Na-Dené family - Slavey - First Nations - Canada

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In older literature, the name of the language was spelt Slave; however, the connotations of this, along with the pronunciation of the homograph slave (the final e should be pronounced) have caused the change to Slavey instead.

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The language can be written using Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics or the Roman alphabet.

Related Topics:
Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics - Roman alphabet

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Slavey was the native language spoken by the fictional band in the Canadian television series, North of 60. Nick Sibbeston, a former Premier of the Northwest Territories, was a Slavey language and cultural consultant for the show.

Related Topics:
North of 60 - Nick Sibbeston - Premier of the Northwest Territories

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