Gilaki

Gilaki is a language spoken by the Gilaki people in northern Iran, mainly along the Caspian Sea coast. It belongs to the Northwestern Iranian language group and has its own distinct vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammatical features, though it shares similarities with other Iranian languages like Persian and Mazandarani. Gilaki is an important part of regional cultural identity and is used in daily conversation, traditional music, and local storytelling. While many Gilaki speakers also speak Persian, the language remains a vital symbol of local heritage and community.