Social Sciences
2 years ago

Portuguese Influence Shapes Tetun-Portu Creole Language Evolution in Timor Island

Indonesian Journal of English Language Studies (IJELS)
Code-Switching and Portuguese Influence in the Invention of Tetun-Portu as a Creole
Jean Antunes Rudolf Zico Ma’u

Paper Summary

The Tetun-Portu language is a creole that combines Tetun-Terik and Portuguese, likely due to Portuguese occupation in Timor Island. The language has different structures and more Portuguese influence, making it a creole. The study focuses on how code-switching and Portuguese influence played a role in the invention of Tetun-Portu.

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