Here's a breakdown of the term:
* Nahua: This refers to the people themselves, a group that includes the Aztecs.
* -tla: This suffix is used in Nahuatl to indicate a place, language, or something associated with a group.
Therefore, Nahuati literally means "the language of the Nahua people".
It's important to note that "Nahuati" is not a specific language name. While the term refers to the languages of the Nahua, it's often used as a synonym for Classical Nahuatl, the language spoken by the Aztecs.
However, there are many other Nahuatl languages still spoken today, including:
* Pipil (El Salvador and Guatemala)
* Pochutec (Oaxaca, Mexico)
* Teco (Oaxaca, Mexico)
* Huastec (San Luis Potosi, Veracruz, and Hidalgo, Mexico)
So, when someone uses the term "Nahuati", it's best to ask for clarification as to which specific language they're referring to.