Oromo dialect

Oromo

Also known as: Afaan Oromoo

A Cushitic Afroasiatic language and the most-spoken language of Ethiopia, with around 37 million speakers. The official working language of the Oromia Region, written in Latin-based Qubee.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Oromo?

Oromo is a dialect of Oromo.

Which region is Oromo associated with?

Oromo is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.

Is Oromo known by other names?

Yes — Oromo is also referred to as Afaan Oromoo.