Nēhiyawēwin · y-dialect Cree
The westernmost Cree variety, spoken across Saskatchewan and Alberta. The most populous Cree dialect and the basis of much published Cree literature.
Swampy Cree
Also known as: n-dialect Cree, Maskēkowīhew
The Cree of the Hudson Bay lowlands across northern Manitoba and Ontario. Distinguished from Plains Cree by the use of /n/ where Plains Cree has /j/.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Swampy Cree?
Swampy Cree is a dialect of the Cree language.
Where is Swampy Cree spoken?
Swampy Cree is primarily spoken in Canada.
Which region is Swampy Cree associated with?
Swampy Cree is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.
Is Swampy Cree known by other names?
Yes — Swampy Cree is also referred to as n-dialect Cree, Maskēkowīhew.
What are the other dialects of Cree?
Cree also includes Plains Cree, Eastern Cree. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Cree dialects
See on the atlas →Iyiyiw-Iyimiwin · James Bay Cree
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