Central Vietnamese
The Central Vietnamese variety of Huế. Preserves a distinctive five-tone system and lexicon rooted in the former Nguyễn-dynasty imperial capital.
Hanoi Vietnamese
Also known as: Northern Vietnamese, Standard Vietnamese
The Northern Vietnamese variety of Hanoi. The basis of the national standard and of most Vietnamese taught abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Hanoi Vietnamese?
Hanoi Vietnamese is a dialect of the Vietnamese language.
Where is Hanoi Vietnamese spoken?
Hanoi Vietnamese is primarily spoken in Vietnam.
Which region is Hanoi Vietnamese associated with?
Hanoi Vietnamese is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Hanoi Vietnamese known by other names?
Yes — Hanoi Vietnamese is also referred to as Northern Vietnamese, Standard Vietnamese.
What are the other dialects of Vietnamese?
Vietnamese also includes Huế Vietnamese, Saigon Vietnamese. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Vietnamese dialects
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