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A Western Nilotic language and the second-largest language of South Sudan after Dinka. Around 1.7 million speakers across the Greater Upper Nile and Gambela.
Dinka
Also known as: Thuɔŋjäŋ
A Western Nilotic language and the largest language of South Sudan. Internally varied, with Padang, Bor, Agar, Rek, and Twic as major dialect groups.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Dinka?
Dinka is a dialect of the Dinka language.
Where is Dinka spoken?
Dinka is primarily spoken in South Sudan.
Which region is Dinka associated with?
Dinka is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Dinka known by other names?
Yes — Dinka is also referred to as Thuɔŋjäŋ.
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