Dinka dialect

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 Dinka.

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.