Language Program
Ponca Language
Ponca is a Siouan language spoken by the Omaha (Umo⁽ho⁽) people of Nebraska and the Ponca (P'ą́'k'a) people of Oklahoma and Nebraska. The two dialects differ minimally but are considered distinct languages by their speakers.
Today is cold.
The weather is cool today.
It’s snowing.
It’s foggy.
It’s windy.
It’s humid.
It’s warm.
It’s cloudy.
It’s very hot.
It’s raining.
The day is rainy.
The day is hot.
Twenty
Nineteen
Eighteen
Seventeen
Sixteen
Fifteen
Fourteen
Thirteen
Twelve
Eleven
Ten
Nine
Eight
Seven
Six
Five
Four
Three
One
Two
One (with explanation)
Number
You are here.
I’m doing good.
And you?
I’m sad.
I’m tired.
I’m happy.
I’m warm.
I’m cold.
I’m hungry.
I’m mad.
I’m sick.
Me, too.
How are you?
The Ponca Language
We are Ponca.
My English name is (name).
My Ponca name is (name).
I am Ponca.
Who are you?
Ponca Flag Song Explanation
Song – Ponca Flag Song
Song – The Coyote and The Turkey
Song – The Coyote and The Snake
Song – The Orphan and The Bird Chief
Audio Reading – How Ishtinike Caught The Turtle
Audio Reading – The Coyote and The Snake
Audio Reading – The Coyote and The Turkeys
Audio Reading – How The Rabbit Caught The Sun
Audio Reading – The Orphan and The Bird Chief
Song – How Ishtinike Caught the Turtle
Song – The Coyote & The Gray Fox
Song – The Coyote & The Gray Fox
Activities
Explore hands-on resources and activities that help you learn about Ponca language, family, and culture. Discover meaningful ways to connect with and preserve our heritage.
Language Flash Cards
Greetings and Introductions
Counting in Simple Sentences
Form
Foods
Form
Body Parts
Form
Family Tree
Family Tree
PDF Download a PDF of a blank family tree to start making your family record.