Alternate Names: Hwen Iaai, Iai, Yai
Genealogy:
Demographics: 4,080 (2009 census). 57% live in greater Nouméa.
Language Use: Some young people, all adults. Positive attitudes.
Language Development: Taught in primary schools. Taught in secondary schools, at one junior high school. Dictionary. Grammar. Bible: 1901.
Typology: VOS; noun classes.
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: New Caledonia
Other Comments: Christian.