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The French of Francophone West Africa — used in administration, education, and media. Strong contact features from Wolof, Bambara, and other regional languages.
Cape Verdean Creole
Also known as: Kriolu, Kabuverdianu
A Portuguese-based creole and the everyday language of Cape Verde, used by the entire population alongside Portuguese. The oldest still-spoken creole language, with a continuous documented history since the 16th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Cape Verdean Creole?
Cape Verdean Creole is a dialect of the Cape Verdean Creole language.
Where is Cape Verdean Creole spoken?
Cape Verdean Creole is primarily spoken in Cape Verde.
Which region is Cape Verdean Creole associated with?
Cape Verdean Creole is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Cape Verdean Creole known by other names?
Yes — Cape Verdean Creole is also referred to as Kriolu, Kabuverdianu.
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