Usage
Although the Latin alphabet has largely replaced Lontara, it is still used to a limited extent in Bugis and Makasar. In Bugis, its usage is limited to ceremonial purposes such as wedding ceremonies. Lontara is also used extensively in printing traditional Buginese literature. In Makasar, Lontara is additionally used for personal documents such as letters and notes. Those who are skilled in writing the script are known as palontara, 'writing specialists'. Historically, Lontara was used for a wide range of documents including contracts, trade laws, treaties, and maps. The term lontara has also come to refer to literature regarding Bugis history and genealogy.
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