Xhosa
Also known as: isiXhosa
A Nguni Bantu language of the Eastern Cape and one of the official languages of South Africa. Famous for its 18 distinct click consonants borrowed from neighbouring Khoisan languages.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Xhosa?
Xhosa is a dialect of Xhosa.
Which region is Xhosa associated with?
Xhosa is part of the East & Southern Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Xhosa known by other names?
Yes — Xhosa is also referred to as isiXhosa.