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Upper Navarre dialect

Upper Navarre dialect, also known as "High Navarrese," is a variety of the Basque language (Euskara) spoken primarily in the northern region of Navarre, Spain. It features distinctive phonetic, grammatical, and vocabulary differences from other Basque dialects, reflecting the unique cultural and historical influences of the area. While it shares many similarities with other Basque dialects, Upper Navarre also has its own particular expressions and features. Understanding this dialect is important for linguists and those interested in Basque culture, as it represents the rich linguistic diversity within the Basque-speaking community.