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The system embodies two principles: (1) alphabetic letters from the English alphabet are used to write Ojibwe but with Ojibwe sound values; (2) the system is phonemic in nature in that each letter or letter combination indicates its basic sound value and does not reflect all the phonetic detail that occurs.
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One “i” is always a short “i.”. The letter “o” in Anishnaabemowin represents a variety of sounds in English. In the east it may be optional or sound like the “au” in c au ght, or the “u” in p u t. In the west it is often a long “o” as in “boat,” “know,” or “toe.”. This combination always represents a long ...
Aug 10, 2023 · Episode 8 | 10m 27s |. My List. Watch as three Ojibwe residents of Minnesota work to revitalize their language. Using modern technologies like film and video games, social media, and radio,...
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Notable features of the Ojibwe syllabary. Type of writing system: syllabary; Writing direction: left to right in horizontal lines; Used to write: Ojibwe (Anishinaabemowin / ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᒧᐎᓐ) Each sign can be written facing four different directions which indicate the vowel attached to it; The finals are used to write stand-alone consonants
The Ojibwe People's Dictionary uses the Double-Vowel system to write Ojibwe words. This alphabet has become the standard writing system for Ojibwe in the United States and in some parts of Canada. Users unfamiliar with spelling in the Double-Vowel alphabet should consult the Search Tips page for help in getting the best search results.
