Standard Mongolian · Khalkh
The Khalkha-based standard of Mongolia. The official language of the country and the largest Mongolic variety; written in Cyrillic since the mid-20th century, with a planned return to traditional Mongolian script.
Inner Mongolian
Also known as: Chakhar Mongolian, Southern Mongolian
The Mongolian of China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, centred on Hohhot. Closely related to Khalkha but written in the traditional vertical Mongolian script and with strong Mandarin contact features.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Inner Mongolian?
Inner Mongolian is a dialect of the Mongolian language.
Where is Inner Mongolian spoken?
Inner Mongolian is primarily spoken in China.
Which region is Inner Mongolian associated with?
Inner Mongolian is part of the East Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Inner Mongolian known by other names?
Yes — Inner Mongolian is also referred to as Chakhar Mongolian, Southern Mongolian.
What are the other dialects of Mongolian?
Mongolian also includes Khalkha Mongolian. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Mongolian dialects
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