Vidarbha Marathi
The Marathi of the Vidarbha region in eastern Maharashtra. Distinct from Standard Marathi in pronouns, verb endings, and Hindi-contact vocabulary.
Standard Marathi
Also known as: Puneri, Pune Marathi
The Pune-area variety of Marathi that forms the literary and educational standard across Maharashtra.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Standard Marathi?
Standard Marathi is a dialect of the Marathi language.
Where is Standard Marathi spoken?
Standard Marathi is primarily spoken in India.
Which region is Standard Marathi associated with?
Standard Marathi is part of the South Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Standard Marathi known by other names?
Yes — Standard Marathi is also referred to as Puneri, Pune Marathi.
What are the other dialects of Marathi?
Marathi also includes Varhadi. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Marathi dialects
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