"Gullah" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Gullah is a creole language spoken by the Gullah Geechee people, who are the descendants of enslaved Africans in the Lowcountry region of the Southern United States, particularly in the coastal areas of Georgia and South Carolina. It is also known as Gulla or Geechee. Gullah emerged as a distinct language in the 17th century, when enslaved Africans were brought to this region. The language is a blend of Various African languages, English, and other European languages, such as Portuguese and French. It is characterized by its unique phonology, syntax, and vocabulary, and is recognized as a distinct dialect, with a rich cultural heritage and traditions of its own.