Addis Amharic
The Addis-Ababa-based standard of Amharic. Ethiopia's federal working language and one of the major Semitic languages of the Horn of Africa.
Gojjam Amharic
The Amharic of the Gojjam region in north-western Ethiopia. Often cited as one of the most conservative Amharic varieties.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Gojjam Amharic?
Gojjam Amharic is a dialect of the Amharic language.
Where is Gojjam Amharic spoken?
Gojjam Amharic is primarily spoken in Ethiopia.
Which region is Gojjam Amharic associated with?
Gojjam Amharic is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
What are the other dialects of Amharic?
Amharic also includes Standard Amharic. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Amharic dialects
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