Gitua

A language of Papua New Guinea

ISO 639: ggt
Alternate Names: Gitoa, Kelana
Population: 900 (2000 SIL). Ethnic population: 900 (2000 SIL).
Location:: Morobe province: Huon peninsula north coast.
Language Status: 6a (Vigorous).
Classification: Austronesian, Malayo-Polynesian, Central-Eastern Malayo-Polynesian, Eastern Malayo-Polynesian, Oceanic, Western Oceanic, North New Guinea, Ngero-Vitiaz, Ngero, Tuam
Language Use: Strong desire to preserve language and culture, as well as learn both Tok Pisin [tpi] and English [eng]. Most domains. Used by all. Positive attitudes. All also use Tok Pisin [tpi]. Some also use Kâte [kmg], especially older adults and elderly. Some also use Sio [xsi], especially older adults and elderly.

Location: Morobe province: Huon peninsula north coast.