Upper Burmese
The Burmese of Mandalay and Upper Myanmar. Often described as the more conservative variety, especially in pronunciation of historical consonant clusters.
Standard Burmese
Also known as: Yangon Burmese
The Yangon-area variety that forms the basis of standard Burmese. The national lingua franca and the medium of education and broadcasting in Myanmar.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Standard Burmese?
Standard Burmese is a dialect of the Burmese language.
Where is Standard Burmese spoken?
Standard Burmese is primarily spoken in Myanmar.
Which region is Standard Burmese associated with?
Standard Burmese is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Standard Burmese known by other names?
Yes — Standard Burmese is also referred to as Yangon Burmese.
What are the other dialects of Burmese?
Burmese also includes Mandalay Burmese. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Burmese dialects
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