Wakhi

English

Alternative forms

• Waxi, Vakhi, Tajik, Tuzhik, Bakhi, Baxi, Xik, Zik

Etymology

From Wakhi Xik, but ultimately comes from Khotanese Xik.

Most likely derived from Old Iranian Khotanese, an Iranian language spoken throughout the Pamir range. The word Xik came to be known as Baxi in Wakhi.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈwʌki/

Noun

Wakhi pl (plural only)

1. A Pamiri ethnic group residing in the Pamir Mountains.

Proper noun

Wakhi

1. An Iranian language spoken throughout the Pamir region, primarily in Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan.

Translations

Language spoken in Pamir