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A southwestern Iranian language of the Bakhtiari tribal confederation in the central Zagros mountains. Sister to Luri, with a strong oral tradition tied to the seasonal migrations of pastoral life.
Luri
Also known as: Lori
A southwestern Iranian language of the Lur people in Iran's western Zagros region. Closely related to Persian but linguistically distinct, with several million speakers across Lorestan, Khuzestan, and Ilam.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Luri?
Luri is a dialect of the Luri language.
Where is Luri spoken?
Luri is primarily spoken in Iran.
Which region is Luri associated with?
Luri is part of the Middle East region on DialectAtlas.
Is Luri known by other names?
Yes — Luri is also referred to as Lori.
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