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The most widely spoken Spanish variety in the world. Heavily shaped by Nahuatl and other indigenous languages, especially in lexicon, and exported widely through Mexican film and music.
Nahuatl
Also known as: Mexicano, Nawatlahtolli
The largest Uto-Aztecan language, spoken across central Mexico by around 1.6 million people. The language of the Aztec Empire, with literary records in Latin script since the 16th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Nahuatl?
Nahuatl is a dialect of the Nahuatl language.
Where is Nahuatl spoken?
Nahuatl is primarily spoken in Mexico.
Which region is Nahuatl associated with?
Nahuatl is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.
Is Nahuatl known by other names?
Yes — Nahuatl is also referred to as Mexicano, Nawatlahtolli.
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