Key characteristics of the Kazakh language
13 Million Speakers | 78% of Kazakhstan | 42 Letters | 10th Century Origins
3 Main Dialects | 7,000+ Proverbs | 2025 Latin Script Transition
Turkic Language Family
Belongs to the Kipchak branch of Turkic languages, sharing roots with languages like Kyrgyz, Tatar, and Nogai.
Vowel Harmony System
Features a complex vowel harmony where vowels in suffixes must harmonize with vowels in the word stem.
Agglutinative Structure
Words are formed by adding suffixes to stems, allowing for the creation of complex meanings with a single word.
Cyrillic and Latin Scripts
Currently uses a modified Cyrillic alphabet, with an ongoing transition to a Latin-based script in Kazakhstan.
Rich Oral Tradition
Reflects a nomadic heritage with a wealth of oral poetry, epics, and proverbs central to Kazakh culture.
Regional Variations
Exhibits dialectal differences across Kazakhstan and among Kazakh-speaking communities in neighboring countries.
Discover our language capabilities
Whether you need Russian, Kazakh, or English translation, our specialized linguistic expertise ensures accurate and culturally appropriate communication.