The Honga dialect is a local form of the ancient language Shang Telu shared by all Native Tribes on VOI 700 D.

The Honga dialect is primarily spoken by members of the Honga tribe. As the Honga are the tribe with the most members, the Honga dialect is also the most spoken dialect of all native dialects. Since the Honga tribe provides the Permanent Supervisor over human activities in the Gamma Age, Honga is also the dialect taught at human reservation schools and most commonly understood among humans.

The Honga dialect - as a regional expression of Shang Telu, the language of all tribes - is characterized by the experiences of the tribal members as nomads on their “Eternal Journey” (Shai Zaong) from the source of the Arla River to Lake Arla and back.

The most substantial change in the Honga language occurred with the arrival of 30,000 human pioneers who began to settle on planet VOI 700 D. This event forced the Honga people to adapt their language to include new concepts, terms, and even metaphors that they had never needed before. Interactions with human settlers expanded the Honga vocabulary and led to a reevaluation of their linguistic norms.

Despite being a largely traditional society, the continued contact with human settlers has required the Honga to continually adapt and incorporate new elements into their language, reflecting the ever-changing circumstances of their lives.

The Honga dialect is more than a mere tool for communication; it is a tapestry woven with the threads of tradition, spirituality, and collective memory. Storytelling and ritual play a significant role in the Honga culture, often serving as educational tools that instill values and teach younger generations about the tribe’s history and philosophies.

Central to the tribe's spiritual and cultural repository is the “Zaila Veenyo,” or the “Eternal Book.” Maintained by the spiritual leader of the tribe, this sacred tome contains the chronicles of the Honga people, the wisdom of past generations, and prophecies for the future. It is written using their hieroglyphic writing system and is often referenced during significant spiritual ceremonies. The existence of the “Zaila Veenyo” underlines the importance of language in preserving the tribe's collective memory and wisdom.

The language’s structure and vocabulary are deeply influenced by the tribe’s profound connection to their environment. For example, the concept of “Shai Zaong,” or the cyclic journey along the Arla River, serves as a recurring motif in their stories, songs, and dances. It is a physical and spiritual path that each Honga is destined to walk, symbolizing the impermanence and interconnectivity of all things.

• “Vai Maro, Gora Maro”: Literally translating to “We are the river, we are the land,” this phrase is often used in ceremonies and gatherings to emphasize the Honga's symbiotic relationship with their environment. It serves as a communal affirmation of their stewardship over nature.
• “Shika Me La Yala”: Translating to “The bioluminescent mushrooms breathe,” this phrase is used metaphorically to signify that the spiritual and physical worlds are in harmony. It's commonly heard during the Tolurashi season when the mushrooms are most abundant.
• “Rena-Pi, Rena-Tum, Rena-Fu”: This phrase means “Gratitude for the gift, past, present, and future.” It is often spoken before meals and signifies a deep appreciation for the continuous cycle of life, acknowledging the fruits that sustain them.

The English-Honga Dictionary