Zarma
Also known as: Djerma, Zerma, Zaberma
The Songhay-Zarma variety of south-western Niger, centred on Niamey and the Tillabéri–Dosso belt. The second national language of Niger after Hausa, with around 3.7 million speakers; treated by most descriptive work as a distinct standardized language within the wider Songhay cluster.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Zarma?
Zarma is a dialect of Zarma.
Which region is Zarma associated with?
Zarma is part of the West & Central Africa region on DialectAtlas.
Is Zarma known by other names?
Yes — Zarma is also referred to as Djerma, Zerma, Zaberma.