kyseenalaistaaverbin

Kymenlaakson Savo (Latvian: kyseenalaistaaverbin, literally "Savo of Kymenlaakso") is a dialect of the Savonian language, a subgroup of the Finnish language. It is spoken in the Kymenlaakso region of southeastern Finland. The term "Savo" in this context does not refer to the Savonian people or the former province of Savo, but rather to the geographical region where the dialect is spoken.

Kymenlaakson Savo is one of the few regional dialects of Finnish that differs significantly from the standard Finnish language. It is characterized by a distinct accent, vocabulary, and grammar peculiarities. The dialect is not limited to a specific geographical area, but can be found in various parts of Kymenlaakso, particularly in rural areas where traditional dialects are still spoken.

The origins of Kymenlaakson Savo are unclear, but it is believed to have evolved from the contact between Finnish settlers and local indigenous peoples, possibly of Karelian or Volga-Finnish origin. Despite its uniqueness, the dialect is not an officially recognized minority language and is not protected by law. However, efforts have been made to document and preserve Kymenlaakson Savo, particularly in educational and cultural contexts.

Speakers of the dialect are often bilingual, speaking standard Finnish or other regional dialects in addition to Kymenlaakson Savo. While the dialect's usage is declining in favor of standard Finnish, particularly among younger generations, it remains an important aspect of regional identity and cultural heritage.