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In this article, we will explore in detail Nigerian braille, a fascinating topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. From its impact on society to its implications on everyday life, Nigerian braille has generated intense debate and aroused great interest in various communities. Throughout these pages, we will delve into different aspects of Nigerian braille, from its origin to its evolution over time, providing an exhaustive and updated analysis of this very relevant topic. By combining data, expert opinions, and testimonials from people who have been impacted by Nigerian braille, we aim to offer a broad and balanced view that enriches our readers' understanding of this fascinating topic.
Several braille alphabets are used in Nigeria. For English, Unified English Braille has been adopted. Three other languages have been written in braille: Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba. All three alphabets are based on English readings, with the addition of letter's particular to these languages. Punctuation is as in English Braille.
The letters of these languages beyond the basic Latin alphabet are as follows:
Hausa Braille | |
---|---|
Script type | alphabet
|
Print basis | Hausa alphabet |
Languages | Hausa |
Related scripts | |
Parent systems | Braille
|
Hausa includes
kw |
sh |
ts |
ɗ |
from English q, sh, st, ed (international second d), and three derived letters:
Basic letter: | b |
k |
y |
---|---|---|---|
Derived letter: | ɓ |
ƙ |
ƴ |
Hausa is presumably written in braille in Niger as well, since Ethnologue 17 reports that Zarma is written in braille in that country. However, this need not mean it uses the same alphabet as Nigerian Hausa.
Igbo Braille | |
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Script type | alphabet
|
Print basis | Igbo alphabet |
Languages | Igbo |
Related scripts | |
Parent systems | Braille
|
Igbo Braille has
kw |
ch |
gh |
sh |
from English q, ch, gh, sh, and six other letters with common international/African values:
Basic letter: | b |
e |
i |
o |
u | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Extended letter: | gb |
ẹ |
ị |
ọ |
ụ |
ŋ |
(See Ewe Braille and Kabiye Braille for similar code assignments.)
Yoruba Braille | |
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Script type | alphabet
|
Print basis | Yoruba alphabet |
Languages | Yoruba |
Related scripts | |
Parent systems | Braille
|
Yoruba Braille also has
kw |
ṣ |
(from English q, sh), and three derived letters:
Basic letter: | b |
e |
o |
---|---|---|---|
Derived letter: | gb |
ẹ |
ọ |
The vowel assignments follow international conventions.