East Asturian

East Asturian is a dialect of the Asturian language, 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 .

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