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The Southern Vietnamese variety of Ho Chi Minh City. The most widely heard variety abroad, carried by the post-1975 Vietnamese diaspora.
Khmer
Also known as: Cambodian
An Austroasiatic language and the official language of Cambodia. The largest non-Tai-Kadai language of mainland Southeast Asia, with a literary tradition dating back to the 7th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Khmer?
Khmer is a dialect of the Khmer language.
Where is Khmer spoken?
Khmer is primarily spoken in Cambodia.
Which region is Khmer associated with?
Khmer is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Khmer known by other names?
Yes — Khmer is also referred to as Cambodian.
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