Kimbundu dialect

Kimbundu

Also known as: North Mbundu

A Bantu language of north-western Angola including the Luanda hinterland. Around 4 million speakers; a major substrate in Brazilian Portuguese vocabulary through the Atlantic slave trade.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Kimbundu?

Kimbundu is a dialect of Kimbundu.

Which region is Kimbundu associated with?

Kimbundu is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.

Is Kimbundu known by other names?

Yes — Kimbundu is also referred to as North Mbundu.