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A Northeast Caucasian (Nakh) language and the official language of the Chechen Republic in Russia. The largest Northeast Caucasian language, with around 1.5 million speakers.
Ossetian
Also known as: Iron, Digor
An eastern Iranian language of the North Caucasus, the only living descendant of the ancient Scythian-Sarmatian languages. Two main varieties: Iron (the standard) and the more divergent Digor.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Ossetian?
Ossetian is a dialect of the Ossetian language.
Where is Ossetian spoken?
Ossetian is primarily spoken in Russia, Georgia.
Which region is Ossetian associated with?
Ossetian is part of the Middle East region on DialectAtlas.
Is Ossetian known by other names?
Yes — Ossetian is also referred to as Iron, Digor.
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