Dakota dialect

Dakota

Also known as: Dakhótiyapi, Santee-Sisseton

The eastern Siouan language closely related to Lakota. Spoken by the Santee, Sisseton-Wahpeton, and Yankton communities across Minnesota, the Dakotas, and southern Manitoba.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Dakota?

Dakota is a dialect of Dakota.

Which region is Dakota associated with?

Dakota is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.

Is Dakota known by other names?

Yes — Dakota is also referred to as Dakhótiyapi, Santee-Sisseton.