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 Manchu.
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.