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An Ethiopic Semitic language and the most-spoken language of Eritrea, also widely used in northern Ethiopia (Tigray). Written in the Ge'ez script.
Tigre
Also known as: Xasa
A Semitic Afroasiatic language of the Eritrean lowlands and adjoining eastern Sudan. Around 1 million speakers; closely related to Tigrinya but mutually unintelligible.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Tigre?
Tigre is a dialect of the Tigre language.
Where is Tigre spoken?
Tigre is primarily spoken in Eritrea, Sudan.
Which region is Tigre associated with?
Tigre is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Tigre known by other names?
Yes — Tigre is also referred to as Xasa.
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