Modole

A language of Indonesia

ISO 639: mqo
Alternate Names: Madole
Population: 2,000 (1983 SIL).
Location:: North Maluku province: Kao river headwaters on north Halmahera island.
Language Status: 6b* (Threatened).
Classification: West Papuan, North Halmahera, Galela-Loloda
Dialects: North Modole, South Modole. Minimal differences between north and south Modole.
Language Use: Positive attitudes.
Other Comments: Some intermarriage with the Tabaru [tby]. Christian.

Location: North Maluku province: Kao river headwaters on north Halmahera island.