Dialects of Greek

Greek dialects are regional variations of the Greek language that developed over time, reflecting local cultures, histories, and influences. Classic examples include Attic, spoken in Athens; Ionic, in the coast of Asia Minor; Doric, in the Peloponnese and parts of the north; and Aeolic, in parts of Thessaly and the islands. These dialects differed in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar but shared a common Greek roots. Over time, many dialects merged into Koine Greek during the Hellenistic period, which became a common language for education, commerce, and Christianity across the Greek-speaking world.