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Chechen
Also known as: Noxçiyn mott
A Northeast Caucasian (Nakh) language and the official language of the Chechen Republic in Russia. The largest Northeast Caucasian language, with around 1.5 million speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Chechen?
Chechen is a dialect of the Chechen language.
Where is Chechen spoken?
Chechen is primarily spoken in Russia.
Which region is Chechen associated with?
Chechen is part of the Middle East region on DialectAtlas.
Is Chechen known by other names?
Yes — Chechen is also referred to as Noxçiyn mott.
Nearby dialects
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