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Qʼeqchiʼ
Also known as: Kekchi
A K'ichean Mayan language spoken in central Guatemala and southern Belize. The fastest-growing Mayan language, expanding across former Q'eqchi'-monolingual territory.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Qʼeqchiʼ?
Qʼeqchiʼ is a dialect of the Qʼeqchiʼ language.
Where is Qʼeqchiʼ spoken?
Qʼeqchiʼ is primarily spoken in Guatemala, Belize.
Which region is Qʼeqchiʼ associated with?
Qʼeqchiʼ is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.
Is Qʼeqchiʼ known by other names?
Yes — Qʼeqchiʼ is also referred to as Kekchi.
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