What is another word for Low German?
Pronunciation: [lˈə͡ʊ d͡ʒˈɜːmən] (IPA) 
Low German refers to a group of Germanic dialects spoken mainly in Northern Germany and parts of the Netherlands. Depending on the context, Low German can also be referred to as Plattdeutsch, Low Saxon, or Niederdeutsch. Plattdeutsch, the most widely used synonym, is derived from Platt, meaning "flat" or "low" due to the region's flat terrain. Low Saxon, on the other hand, highlights the linguistic connection to the Saxon tribes of Northern Germany. Niederdeutsch emphasizes the geographic location of the dialects in the north, with "nieder" meaning "low" or "down" in German. Despite minor differences, all these terms are used interchangeably to describe the same group of dialects.
