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Our professional linguists include native Laotian speakers who are experienced in the nuances of the language and the requirements of effective translation and interpreting.

Laotian Language

Lao (also called Laotian) is one of the Tai languages of Southeast Asia. It is the official language of Laos.

Like other Tai languages, Lao words are usually monosyllabic; differences in pitch are used to distinguish between words that otherwise have the same pronunciation. Most polysyllabic Lao words are taken from Cambodian and Pali.

Lao has also been influenced by Standard Thai, the national language of Thailand. Like Thai, written Lao uses a script of Indic descent.

Laotian Translation and Interpreting

ALS provides services in Laotian translation and interpretation in all media. To obtain a free quote for an upcoming Laotian project, please click here.

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Laotian Quick Facts

Language Family: Tai-Kadai, Kam-Tai, Be-Tai, Tai-Sek, Tai, Southwestern, Lao-Phutai

Alternative Names & Spellings: Laotian Tai, Phou Lao, Eastern Thai, Lum Lao, Lao Wiang, Lao Kao, Rong Kong, Tai Lao, Lao-Tai, Lào, Lao-Lum, Lao-Noi

Spoken by More Than 3,189,000 people

Official Language of: Laos

Also Spoken In: Laos

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