Kwakʼwala dialect

Kwakʼwala

Also known as: Kwakiutl

The largest Wakashan language, of the Kwakwakaʼwakw peoples on northern Vancouver Island and the adjacent BC mainland. Famous to anthropology through Franz Boas's field documentation.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Kwakʼwala?

Kwakʼwala is a dialect of Kwakʼwala.

Which region is Kwakʼwala associated with?

Kwakʼwala is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.

Is Kwakʼwala known by other names?

Yes — Kwakʼwala is also referred to as Kwakiutl.