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What Languages does the Maya speak?

The Maya people do not speak one single language. They are a diverse group with a rich cultural history and speak over 30 different Mayan languages.

Some of the most common Mayan languages include:

* Yucatec Maya: The most widely spoken Mayan language, spoken in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico.

* Quiché: Spoken in Guatemala, it is the language of the ancient Quiché Maya civilization.

* Tzotzil: Spoken in Chiapas, Mexico.

* Tzeltal: Also spoken in Chiapas, Mexico.

* Mam: Spoken in Guatemala and Mexico.

* Kekchi: Spoken in Guatemala and Belize.

These are just a few examples, and many other Mayan languages are spoken throughout Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and Honduras.

It's important to remember that the Maya people are not a monolithic group, and their languages are a vital part of their diverse cultural identities.

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