in the early 16th century.

Influence on modern languages

The word ''chicha'', referring to a fermented beverage commonly consumed in South America, is thought to originate from Cueva, as is the word Panama, said to mean 'fishing grounds, fishermen'.

Swadesh list

A Swadesh list of Cueva words is presented below.}|-|45|fish|haboga|-|60|grass|y|-|65|bone|acla|-|77|tooth| -chry|-|93|to

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