What is another word for Chinook Jargon?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɪnʊk d͡ʒˈɑːɡən] (IPA) 
Chinook Jargon is a language that originated in the Pacific Northwest in the 19th century. It was a lingua franca used by Indigenous peoples, European colonizers, and traders, and has since evolved into various dialects. Other words used to refer to Chinook Jargon include Wawa, Chinook Wawa, Chinuk Wawa, Jargon, and Trade Jargon. Its unique combination of Indigenous, French, English, and Spanish words made it useful for communication between different groups, and it remains an important linguistic and cultural legacy of the region. While Chinook Jargon is no longer widely spoken, efforts are being made to preserve and revitalize the language.
