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