Kikuyu
Also known as: Gikuyu, Gĩkũyũ
A Bantu language and the largest indigenous language of Kenya, spoken across the central highlands around Mount Kenya. Around 8 million speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Kikuyu?
Kikuyu is a dialect of Kikuyu.
Which region is Kikuyu associated with?
Kikuyu is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Kikuyu known by other names?
Yes — Kikuyu is also referred to as Gikuyu, Gĩkũyũ.