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This document provides an overview of the Tuvalu language, known as Te Ngangana a Te Tuvalu. It was first published in 1945 as a handbook for those wanting to learn the language. The overview includes details on:- The alphabet of 16 letters and pronunciation of vowels and consonants. - Grammar elements such as articles, nouns, adjectives, prepositions, and numerals. For nouns, gender and plurality are expressed through different words. Adjectives always follow nouns.- Key words for time and place that are often used in compounds, such as lunga (top), lalo (bottom), and fea (place, time).- Comparison