East Asturian is a dialect of the
, known for having more
Castilian influence than other varieties.
Phonology
Vowels
* Eastern Asturian shows contrast between mid and high vowels in final position. The dialect lacks vowel harmony in that position.
* In some varieties, and show diphthongisation to and respectably.
Consonants
* Initial -f in standard Asturian makes an aspirated , , or sound, which is represented by .
Sample text
:East Asturian
::English (KJV)
Our father which art in heaven,
Hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come.
Thy will be done, in earth,
as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil: ..Amen.
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References
Asturian language
Culture of Asturias