Western vs. Eastern: A Tale of Two Dialects

Imagine English spoken in London versus English spoken in Texas.

That’s a bit like Eastern and Western Armenian.

One is spoken in the Republic of Armenia (Eastern); the other is spoken by the Diaspora (Western).

Both are beautiful. Both are Armenian.

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The Sound of Difference 🔊

Eastern is sharper, more phonetic.

Western is softer, more melodic.

Eastern says “B” where Western says “P”.

It can be confusing, but it’s also enriching.

It shows the diversity of our history.

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Which Should You Learn? 🤔

If you want to travel to Yerevan, choose Eastern.

If you want to talk to your grandmother in Los Angeles, choose Western.

Or be ambitious — learn both!

TunApp offers courses for both dialects.

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United by the Alphabet 🇦🇲

Despite the sound differences, we share the same Mashtots alphabet.

Writing unites us.

Focus on the similarities, not just the differences.

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Choose Your Path 🛤️

Not sure which to pick?

We can help you decide.

TunApp supports every learner, no matter which dialect they choose.

Tun Online Armenian School is available online to students in 30+ countries. Students can log in and learn Eastern or Western Armenian at a pace that suits them, and it features lessons, quizzes and interactive games to make learning fun.

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