Romand French · Suisse romand
The French of western Switzerland. Like Belgian French, retains older numerals (septante, huitante, nonante) and shows long contact with German-Swiss varieties.
- Approximate centre
- 46.52°, 6.63°
Dialect comparison
Swiss French vs West African French
Compare two dialects of French side by side — where they're spoken, what they're called, and how they relate.
The French of Francophone West Africa — used in administration, education, and media. Strong contact features from Wolof, Bambara, and other regional languages.
- Approximate centre
- 14.69°, -17.45°
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