Nivkh
Also known as: Gilyak
A language isolate of Sakhalin and the lower Amur basin in Russia. Critically endangered; one of the few Paleo-Siberian languages with no demonstrated relatives.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Nivkh?
Nivkh is a dialect of Nivkh.
Which region is Nivkh associated with?
Nivkh is part of the East Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Nivkh known by other names?
Yes — Nivkh is also referred to as Gilyak.
Is Nivkh endangered?
Nivkh is critically endangered. Only a small number of mostly elderly speakers remain, and the variety is at imminent risk of being lost.