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Phom may refer to: * Phom Naga, a tribe of Nagaland, north-east India * Phom language Phom is a Sino-Tibetan languages, Sino-Tibetan language spoken by the Phom Naga, 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 writte ..., the Sino-Tibetan language spoken by them * PhoM, or Mass Communication Specialist, an occupational rating in the US Navy * Penang House of Music, a gallery in George Town, Penang, Malaysia {{disambiguation ...
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Phom Naga
The Phoms are a Naga ethnic group native to the Northeast Indian state of Nagaland. Their traditional territory lies between the territories of Konyak in the north-east, the Ao in the west and the Chang in the south. Phoms celebrate several festivals in a year of which Monyiü is the biggest. It is celebrated from April 1 to 6 every year. Other traditional festivals include Moha, Bongvüm and Paangmo. They primarily inhabit the Longleng District. A distinguished traditional Phom dish called 'Anphet' is famed among the community. It is especially made during the Monyiü festival and is of great cultural importance. One of the most significant occasion of the Phom Nagas is the celebration of "Phom Day" on June 6. It is celebrated every year commemorating the Peace Making Day that was signed in June 6, 1952 marking an end to all head hunting practices and enmity among the Phom Nagas. This day is also declared as public holiday for the Phoms by the state government. Economy ...
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Phom Language
Phom is a Sino-Tibetan languages, Sino-Tibetan language spoken by the Phom Naga, 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. Phonology All phonological charts are from Burling (1998). Vocabulary A large part of the vocabulary of Phom is inherited from proto-Sino-Tibetan. References External linksPhom PhonologyLinguistic Ecology of Phom Language
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