Quechua is an indigenous language that originated in the Andean region of South America and is spoken by millions of people primarily in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It is recognized as an official language in Peru and Bolivia.
Related terms
Indigenous Language: A language that has been spoken by native populations for generations, often before the arrival of colonizers.
Andean Region: The mountainous area along the Andes mountain range in South America.
Official Language: A language recognized by the government as the primary means of communication within a country.