Pakistani Balochi
The Balochi of Pakistan's Balochistan, centred on Quetta. The largest Balochi variety by speakers and the basis of most Balochi-language broadcasting and publishing.
Western Balochi
Also known as: Iranian Balochi, Makrani Balochi
The Balochi of south-eastern Iran around Zahedan and the Makran coast. Phonologically distinct from Eastern Balochi, with strong contact features from Persian.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Western Balochi?
Western Balochi is a dialect of the Balochi language.
Where is Western Balochi spoken?
Western Balochi is primarily spoken in Iran.
Which region is Western Balochi associated with?
Western Balochi is part of the Middle East region on DialectAtlas.
Is Western Balochi known by other names?
Yes — Western Balochi is also referred to as Iranian Balochi, Makrani Balochi.
What are the other dialects of Balochi?
Balochi also includes Eastern Balochi. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Balochi dialects
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