Sakkwatanci
The Hausa of Sokoto in north-western Nigeria. Carries the historical prestige of the Sokoto Caliphate and a distinct lexicon of religious and political terms.
Kano Hausa
Also known as: Standard Hausa
The Kano-based standard of Hausa. A major lingua franca across the West African Sahel, used widely in Nigeria, Niger, and beyond.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Kano Hausa?
Kano Hausa is a dialect of Hausa.
Which region is Kano Hausa associated with?
Kano Hausa is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Kano Hausa known by other names?
Yes — Kano Hausa is also referred to as Standard Hausa.
What are the other dialects of Hausa?
Hausa also includes Sokoto Hausa, Niger Hausa. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Hausa dialects
See on the atlas →The Hausa of the Republic of Niger, used alongside French as a national language. Differs from Nigerian Hausa in spelling conventions and contact lexicon.