Maltese dialect

Maltese

Also known as: Malti

A Semitic language descended from medieval Maghrebi Arabic, with extensive Italian and English influence. The only Semitic language written in Latin script and the only one official in the EU.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Maltese?

Maltese is a dialect of Maltese.

Which region is Maltese associated with?

Maltese is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.

Is Maltese known by other names?

Yes — Maltese is also referred to as Malti.