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A divergent Mongolic language spoken in Heilongjiang and Inner Mongolia in north-eastern China. Geographically isolated from the rest of the family and shaped by long contact with Manchu and Mandarin.
Manchu
A Tungusic language and the historical court language of the Qing dynasty (1644-1912). Now critically endangered, with only a handful of native speakers in Heilongjiang.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Manchu?
Manchu is a dialect of the Manchu language.
Where is Manchu spoken?
Manchu is primarily spoken in China.
Which region is Manchu associated with?
Manchu is part of the East Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Manchu endangered?
Manchu is critically endangered. Only a small number of mostly elderly speakers remain, and the variety is at imminent risk of being lost.
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