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Isthmus Zapotec, an indigenous language of Mexico, is spoken in Oaxaca, the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, and in the state's capital city, Oaxaca de Juarez. More than 5,000 total entries Etymological notes for derivations from Spanish and Nahuatl Synopsis of Zapotec orthography and pronunciation Essential grammar including verb aspect and voice Ideal for students, travelers, and linguists