Language
See also: Fur languageThe Fur speak a fairly uniform Nilo-Saharan language also called Fur. Though they may speak Arabic in order to relate to their Arabic neighbors and the Sudanese central government, they very much retain their traditional identity.
There is no written or symbolic script for the Fur language. They recently have been using Arabic or English characters to put the language in written form. Most Fur people speak Fur fluently as their mother tongue. Common greetings include:
- Avilakoa: Good Morning
- Avilakonu: Good Evening
Heavy drums are often used while making speeches and other public addresses.
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