Wakhi
Also known as: Wakhi Pamir
A Pamir Iranian language spoken across the Wakhan Corridor where Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, and China meet. One of the most archaic Iranian languages, retaining features of Old Iranian lost everywhere else.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Wakhi?
Wakhi is a dialect of Wakhi.
Where is Wakhi spoken?
Wakhi is primarily spoken in Afghanistan, Tajikistan.
Which region is Wakhi associated with?
Wakhi is part of the Central Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Wakhi known by other names?
Yes — Wakhi is also referred to as Wakhi Pamir.
Is Wakhi endangered?
Wakhi is considered endangered. Children are no longer learning it as a mother tongue at home, and its everyday use is shrinking.