Ślōnskŏ gŏdka
The Slavic variety of Upper Silesia, often classified as a separate language from Polish. Carries strong contact features from German and Czech.
Standard Polish
Also known as: Język polski
The Warsaw-based standard of Polish. The official language of Poland and the largest Slavic language by speakers within the European Union.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Standard Polish?
Standard Polish is a dialect of the Polish language.
Where is Standard Polish spoken?
Standard Polish is primarily spoken in Poland.
Which region is Standard Polish associated with?
Standard Polish is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Standard Polish known by other names?
Yes — Standard Polish is also referred to as Język polski.
What are the other dialects of Polish?
Polish also includes Silesian, Kashubian. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Polish dialects
See on the atlas →Kaszëbsczi jãzëk · Cassubian
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Nearby dialects
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