Phom language

Phom
Native toIndia
RegionNagaland
Native speakers
54,416 (2011 estimation)
Sino-Tibetan
Language codes
ISO 639-3nph
Glottologphom1236
ELPPhom Naga

Phom is a Sino-Tibetan language spoken by the Phom Nagas of Nagaland, Northeast India. Its speakers are primarily found in Longleng District and in few parts of bordering districts. The Phom language is written in Latin script and consists of 27 letters.




Alternate names for Phom language includes Phom, Phom shah. "Shah" is the Phom word for language. A Morung is called Pang and log drums, popular in Phom tradition are referred to as Shem.