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Wu (Shanghainese)
Also known as: Shanghai Wu, Shanghainese
The largest Wu Chinese variety, spoken across Shanghai and the lower Yangtze. The second-largest Sinitic language by speakers after Mandarin, distinct enough that it is mutually unintelligible with Mandarin.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Wu (Shanghainese)?
Wu (Shanghainese) is a dialect of the Wu language.
Where is Wu (Shanghainese) spoken?
Wu (Shanghainese) is primarily spoken in China.
Which region is Wu (Shanghainese) associated with?
Wu (Shanghainese) is part of the East Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Wu (Shanghainese) known by other names?
Yes — Wu (Shanghainese) is also referred to as Shanghai Wu, Shanghainese.
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