concept   language diversity
culture   United States
statement   The United States has limited recognition and value for proficiency in lesser-known languages, despite efforts to preserve endangered indigenous languages.

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1 aymara language United States Aymara language is relatively unknown and not widely recognized outside of the indigenous communities in Bolivia and Peru. 1
2 aymara language United States The linguistic characteristics of Aymara language, such as its spatial relationship system, are not well understood and are not commonly taught in mainstream linguistic studies. 1
3 aymara language United States Fluency in Aymara language is not perceived as a valuable skill and is not commonly sought after or recognized in mainstream educational or professional settings. 1
4 aymara language United States The Aymara language is not widely used in contemporary music, literature, or other cultural expressions outside of its indigenous communities. 1
5 aymara language United States The connections between Aymara language and traditional agricultural practices are not well recognized or understood outside of the indigenous communities in Bolivia and Peru. 1
6 chukchi language United States Chukchi language is relatively unknown and not commonly spoken in Western Europe and the United States. 1
7 eyak language United States Eyak language is an endangered language spoken by indigenous peoples in Alaska, and efforts are being made to preserve and revitalize it. 1
8 foreign languages United States Studied as a secondary subject in school, often beginning in high school 1
9 languages United States Valuing proficiency in multiple languages is often seen as a sign of intelligence and cultural openness. 1
10 languages United States Many people speak English and view learning other languages as optional 1
11 tlingit language United States An endangered language spoken by the Tlingit people in Alaska and Canada. 1
12 tuvan language United States Relatively unknown and not commonly spoken compared to major world languages like English, Spanish, and French 1