Basque dialect

Basque

Also known as: Euskara

A language isolate of the western Pyrenees, with no proven relatives anywhere in the world. The only pre-Indo-European language to survive in Western Europe; co-official in the Basque Country and Navarre.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Basque?

Basque is a dialect of Basque.

Where is Basque spoken?

Basque is primarily spoken in France.

Which region is Basque associated with?

Basque is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.

Is Basque known by other names?

Yes — Basque is also referred to as Euskara.