The Amharic of the Gojjam region in north-western Ethiopia. Often cited as one of the most conservative Amharic varieties.
Standard Amharic
Also known as: Addis Amharic
The Addis-Ababa-based standard of Amharic. Ethiopia's federal working language and one of the major Semitic languages of the Horn of Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Standard Amharic?
Standard Amharic is a dialect of the Amharic language.
Where is Standard Amharic spoken?
Standard Amharic is primarily spoken in Ethiopia.
Which region is Standard Amharic associated with?
Standard Amharic is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Standard Amharic known by other names?
Yes — Standard Amharic is also referred to as Addis Amharic.
What are the other dialects of Amharic?
Amharic also includes Gojjam Amharic. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Amharic dialects
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