What is another word for mandarin dialect?
Pronunciation: [mˈandəɹˌɪn dˈa͡ɪ͡əlɛkt] (IPA) 
Mandarin dialect is one of the most widely spoken dialects in the world and is the official language of China. However, it has some synonyms. One of the most common synonyms for Mandarin dialect is Standard Chinese, which is used widely among the educated population in China and is the language of instruction in schools.
Another common synonym for Mandarin dialect is Putonghua or Guoyu, which literally means "common language" or "national language," respectively. These terms are used in Mainland China and Taiwan, respectively, to refer to the standardized version of Mandarin that is used for official purposes, such as government communication, education, and media.
Mandarin is also known as Beijing dialect or Northern dialect, as it originated in the Beijing region and is spoken widely in northern China. Other terms for Mandarin dialect include Northeastern Mandarin, Nanjing dialect, and Jianghuai Mandarin.
