Mbelime language
Eastern Oti-Volta Gur language of Benin
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Mbelime, or Niende, is an Eastern Oti-Volta Gur language of northwestern Benin. Mbelime is spoken by approximately 131,000 people.[2][3] There is a Mbelime dictionary.[4]
NativetoBenin
Native speakers
40,000 (2006)[1]Recognised minority
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| Mbelime | |
|---|---|
| Native to | Benin |
Native speakers | 40,000 (2006)[1] |
| Official status | |
Recognised minority language in | |
| Language codes | |
| ISO 639-3 | mql |
| Glottolog | mbel1240 |
Phonology
Consonants
Vowels
Mbelime has 7 oral vowels and 5 nasal vowels.[7]
