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A Western Nilotic language and the largest language of South Sudan. Internally varied, with Padang, Bor, Agar, Rek, and Twic as major dialect groups.
Nuer
Also known as: Thok Naath
A Western Nilotic language and the second-largest language of South Sudan after Dinka. Around 1.7 million speakers across the Greater Upper Nile and Gambela.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Nuer?
Nuer is a dialect of the Nuer language.
Where is Nuer spoken?
Nuer is primarily spoken in South Sudan, Ethiopia.
Which region is Nuer associated with?
Nuer is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Nuer known by other names?
Yes — Nuer is also referred to as Thok Naath.
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