Fulani
Also known as: Fula, Fulfulde, Pulaar
An Atlantic Niger-Congo language spoken by Fulani (Peul) communities across the Sahel from Senegal to Sudan. One of the most geographically spread African languages, with 25-30 million speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Fulani?
Fulani is a dialect of Fulani.
Which region is Fulani associated with?
Fulani is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Fulani known by other names?
Yes — Fulani is also referred to as Fula, Fulfulde, Pulaar.