Here’s a brief list of some very interesting facts surrounding the Kaqchikel language as well as Kaqchikel to English translation. We’ll start with some background about Kaqchikel’s roots and delve into its struggle for ongoing survival. Then we’ll get into why you’d want to translate from this New World language in the first place. Without further ado, here’s the list:
What is Kaqchikel? Great question. Kaqchikel is a language native to the Americas. This Mesoamerican language comes from the Mayan language group, which forms the backbone of many of the ingenious languages found in Central America. That is, the languages that were (and still are) in use before Europeans ever set foot on American soil. Where is Kaqchikel spoken? Kaqchikel is spoken by a group of people going by the same name — the Kaqchikel people. The Kaqchikel traditionally inhabit the highlands of Guatemala.
Is it a difficult language to learn? For a native English speaker, Kaqchikel could offer up more problems than learning Spanish, for example. (This is why Kaqchikel to English translation is so important for some). While Spanish vocabulary has worked its way into Kaqchikel, the roots of this Mesoamerican tongue aren’t based on Latin like Spanish is. This means there will be less familiar grammar and vocabulary to cling onto. Kaqchikel is not Germanic or Romantic in nature. It truly is an American language. How many people speak Kaqchikel? Close to half a million people speak Kaqchikel. If you ever visit the Central Highlands (an area near Guatemala City) of Guatemala, you’ll get a chance to hear this fascinating language firsthand. Why is there a need for Kaqchikel to English translation? Every community on Earth has the right to have its ideas translated so that it can have a voice on the international stage. While the Kaqchikel community isn’t massive, it makes up an important part of Guatemalan and Central American society, as well as the family of people who speak other related Mayan languages. For this reason, as well as for business, development, and travel, Kaqchikel to English translation is a skill and service that we hope will be around with us for a very long time come.
