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The Slavic variety of Upper Silesia, often classified as a separate language from Polish. Carries strong contact features from German and Czech.
Wymysorys
Also known as: Vilamovian, Wymysiöeryś
A West Germanic language spoken only in the town of Wilamowice in southern Poland, descended from medieval German-Flemish settlement. Around 20 elderly native speakers remain, but a youth revitalisation movement has produced a new cohort of fluent younger speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Wymysorys?
Wymysorys is a dialect of the Wymysorys language.
Where is Wymysorys spoken?
Wymysorys is primarily spoken in Poland.
Which region is Wymysorys associated with?
Wymysorys is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Wymysorys known by other names?
Yes — Wymysorys is also referred to as Vilamovian, Wymysiöeryś.
How many people speak Wymysorys?
Wymysorys is spoken by approximately 20 people.
Is Wymysorys endangered?
Wymysorys is severely endangered. It is largely spoken by older generations; parents may understand it but typically do not pass it on to their children.
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