Alternate Names: Azoyú Tlapanec, Me’phaa, Mè’phàà, Tlapaneco de Azoyú, Tlapaneco del Sur
Dialects: None known. Speakers define 9 varieties of Me’phaa, of which Azoya Me’phaa is one. Reportedly most similar to Subtiaba , of Nicaragua (no remaining speakers).
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Demographics: 590 (2000 INALI).
Language Use: Mainly older adults. Neutral attitudes. Also use Spanish [spa].
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: Mexico
Other Comments: Speakers are often reluctant to admit they speak Me’phaa.