Język polski
The Warsaw-based standard of Polish. The official language of Poland and the largest Slavic language by speakers within the European Union.
Kashubian
Also known as: Kaszëbsczi jãzëk, Cassubian
A West Slavic minority language of Pomerania in northern Poland, centred on Kashubia. Closely related to Polish but with its own literary standard, orthography, and strong regional identity.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Kashubian?
Kashubian is a dialect of the Polish language.
Where is Kashubian spoken?
Kashubian is primarily spoken in Poland.
Which region is Kashubian associated with?
Kashubian is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Kashubian known by other names?
Yes — Kashubian is also referred to as Kaszëbsczi jãzëk, Cassubian.
Is Kashubian endangered?
Kashubian is classified as vulnerable: most children still speak it, but its use may be restricted to certain settings such as the home.
What are the other dialects of Polish?
Polish also includes Standard Polish, Silesian. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Polish dialects
See on the atlas →Ślōnskŏ gŏdka
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