Halligen Frisian
Halligen Frisian (North Frisian: Halifreesk) is the dialect of the North Frisian language spoken on the Halligen islands, primarily Langeneß and Hooge, in the German region of North Frisia. The dialect has survived despite the islands' being home to less than 300 people and unprotected by dikes, mandating evacuations during storms. However, it is now in danger of extinction. Although it is spoken on islands, it is considered part of the Mainland North Frisian dialects as opposed to the Insular North Frisian Dialects, due to its linguistic features.
Hallingen Frisian | |
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Halifreesk | |
Native to | Germany |
Region | Halligen islands |
Native speakers | 40 (1972) |
Indo-European
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Early form | |
Language codes | |
ISO 639-3 | – |
Glottolog | hall1241 |
North Frisian dialects |
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