Nepali dialect

Nepali

Also known as: Nepāli

An Indo-Aryan language and the official language of Nepal. Also a scheduled language of India, with substantial communities in Sikkim, West Bengal, and Bhutan.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Nepali?

Nepali is a dialect of Nepali.

Which region is Nepali associated with?

Nepali is part of the South Asia region on DialectAtlas.

Is Nepali known by other names?

Yes — Nepali is also referred to as Nepāli.