DIVING INTO CRIOLLO SANANDRESANO: A PILOT STUDY ON LANGUAGE CONTACT IN COLOMBIA

Аннотация

This pilot study delves into the linguistic landscape of Colombia, with a specific focus on Criollo Sanandresano, a unique Creole language spoken in the San Andrés Archipelago. As a region marked by linguistic diversity and language contact, Colombia offers a compelling context for exploring the dynamics of Creole languages. Through an interdisciplinary approach that combines linguistic analysis, sociolinguistic surveys, and historical research, this study unravels the origins, development, and current state of Criollo Sanandresano. By investigating the impact of language contact and cultural influences, it provides valuable insights into the complex tapestry of language in the Colombian Caribbean. KEYWORDS Criollo Sanandresano; Language Contact; Colombia; Creole Languages; Linguistic Diversity; Sociolinguistics.