Tarzan, the fictional character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs, speaks a language that is a mix of English and various African languages.
In the original stories, Tarzan learns to speak English from his adoptive mother, Kala, a female gorilla. He also learns from his interactions with other humans, including his father, Lord Greystoke.
However, Tarzan also develops his own unique way of communicating, which incorporates sounds and gestures from the animals and people he has interacted with. This language is often referred to as "Tarzanese".
While Tarzanese is not a real language, it has become a recognizable part of Tarzan's character and has been used in various adaptations of the story.
In some adaptations, Tarzan's language is more explicitly linked to specific African languages. For example, in the 1999 Disney animated film, Tarzan's language is heavily influenced by Swahili.
Ultimately, the language that Tarzan speaks depends on the specific adaptation of the story. However, he always uses a unique combination of English and African languages, often incorporating his own unique elements, to communicate with the world around him.
