IRANIAN: OSSETIAN & PASHTO

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Ossetian, or Ossetic, is an Eastern Iranian language spoken predominantly in the Caucasus region by the Ossetian people, primarily in North Ossetia–Alania (Russia) and South Ossetia (disputed territory in Georgia). It is the only surviving descendant of the Scytho-Sarmatian branch of the Iranian languages, preserving many archaic features. Ossetian has two main dialects: Iron, the more widely spoken and culturally dominant dialect, and Digor, which is less common but more conservative. The language uses the Cyrillic script, with additional letters to represent specific sounds. Rich in oral tradition and folklore, Ossetian plays a vital role in preserving the cultural identity of its speakers, with a literary history dating back to the 19th century.

Pashto is an Eastern Iranian language spoken primarily in Afghanistan and Pakistan, particularly among the Pashtun ethnic group. It is one of the two official languages of Afghanistan and holds regional importance in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and other Pashtun-majority areas. Pashto is notable for its unique phonetic characteristics and rich oral and written literary traditions, which include poetry, folklore, and proverbs that express the cultural and historical identity of the Pashtun people. Written in a modified Arabic script, Pashto has approximately 50 million speakers worldwide. The language is known for its complex system of honor and pride, known as "Pashtunwali," which reflects core Pashtun cultural values and plays a significant role in shaping Pashto literature and daily life.

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