Saxon · Upper Saxon
An East Central German dialect spoken in Saxony around Dresden and Leipzig, characterised by softened plosives and a distinctive intonation.
- Spoken in
- Approximate centre
- 51.05°, 13.74°
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Sächsisch vs Schwäbisch
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Swabian
An Alemannic dialect spoken across Baden-Württemberg and parts of Bavaria. Recognisable for its diminutive "-le" suffix and softened consonants.
- Spoken in
- Approximate centre
- 48.78°, 9.18°
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