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A Bantu language cluster of the central Congo basin, spoken across the Cuvette and Équateur provinces of the DRC. Around 6 million speakers across a wide dialect chain.
Luba-Kasai
Also known as: Tshiluba, Western Luba
A Bantu language of the Kasai region in the southern DRC and one of the four national languages of the country. Around 6 million speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Luba-Kasai?
Luba-Kasai is a dialect of the Luba language.
Where is Luba-Kasai spoken?
Luba-Kasai is primarily spoken in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Which region is Luba-Kasai associated with?
Luba-Kasai is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Luba-Kasai known by other names?
Yes — Luba-Kasai is also referred to as Tshiluba, Western Luba.
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