What is another word for takelma?
Pronunciation: [tˈe͡ɪklmə] (IPA) 
Takelma is a language spoken by people indigenous to Southern Oregon. The language is also referred to by several synonyms. Some of these synonyms include Dagelma, Takilma, Texelma, and Taltushtuntude. The other synonyms include Tagelma, De-ahl-ke'-ma, Dakelma, and Tokelma. These synonyms are used interchangeably to describe the language spoken by the indigenous people. The Takelma language is considered an endangered language with very few native speakers remaining. Efforts are being made to preserve the language and prevent it from becoming extinct. It is vital to recognize the various synonyms associated with Takelma to enable proper communication about the language and its people.
