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The variety of Sicily, often counted as a separate Italo-Romance language. Carries strong Greek, Arabic, Norman, and Spanish influences from the island's history.
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 the Maltese language.
Where is Maltese spoken?
Maltese is primarily spoken in Malta.
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.
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