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Komi
Also known as: Komi-Zyrian
A Permic Uralic language of the Komi Republic in northern European Russia. One of the oldest written Uralic languages, with a literary tradition going back to the 14th-century missionary Stephen of Perm.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Komi?
Komi is a dialect of the Komi language.
Where is Komi spoken?
Komi is primarily spoken in Russia.
Which region is Komi associated with?
Komi is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Komi known by other names?
Yes — Komi is also referred to as Komi-Zyrian.
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