Fon dialect

Fon

Also known as: Fongbe, Fon-Gbe

A Gbe Niger-Congo language and the largest language of Benin. Closely related to Ewe; the historical language of the Kingdom of Dahomey and a major source of Vodun religious vocabulary.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Fon?

Fon is a dialect of Fon.

Which region is Fon associated with?

Fon is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.

Is Fon known by other names?

Yes — Fon is also referred to as Fongbe, Fon-Gbe.