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A Tungusic language of indigenous reindeer-herding communities across central and eastern Siberia and northern China. The most geographically dispersed Tungusic language.
Sakha
Also known as: Yakut, Sakha tyla
The Siberian Turkic language of the Sakha Republic in north-eastern Russia. The northernmost Turkic language and one of the most linguistically divergent, with extensive Mongolic and Tungusic influence.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Sakha?
Sakha is a dialect of the Sakha language.
Where is Sakha spoken?
Sakha is primarily spoken in Russia.
Which region is Sakha associated with?
Sakha is part of the East Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Sakha known by other names?
Yes — Sakha is also referred to as Yakut, Sakha tyla.
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