Dhivehi
Also known as: Maldivian
An Indo-Aryan language and the official language of the Maldives. Closest living relative of Sinhala, with which it shares a 12th-century separation date.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Dhivehi?
Dhivehi is a dialect of Dhivehi.
Which region is Dhivehi associated with?
Dhivehi is part of the South Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Dhivehi known by other names?
Yes — Dhivehi is also referred to as Maldivian.