Somali
Also known as: Soomaali
A Cushitic Afroasiatic language and the official language of Somalia. Also widely spoken in Somaliland, Djibouti, the Somali Region of Ethiopia, and north-eastern Kenya.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Somali?
Somali is a dialect of Somali.
Which region is Somali associated with?
Somali is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Somali known by other names?
Yes — Somali is also referred to as Soomaali.