Svan dialect

Svan

Also known as: Lushnu Nin

The most divergent Kartvelian language, spoken in the high-mountain Svaneti region of north-western Georgia. Considered to have split from Proto-Kartvelian several thousand years ago.

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Frequently asked questions

What language is Svan?

Svan is a dialect of Svan.

Which region is Svan associated with?

Svan is part of the Middle East region on DialectAtlas.

Is Svan known by other names?

Yes — Svan is also referred to as Lushnu Nin.