Arabic, Baharna (abv-abv) = 3 (Wider communication). De facto national working language. Native to Bahrain and Oman, became widespread around 1861 when Bahrain became a protectorate of Britain and under the control of the ruling Al Khalifa dynasty. Used in trade, everyday communication, popular culture, films, plays, and some literature. Also used in sea-faring and agriculture.
Glottolog
[abv] at ISO 639-3
[abv] at OLAC
[abv] at IMTVault
Arabic (Bahrain) at WALS
Baharna Arabic at Grambank
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