The Batak people in Indonesia primarily speak Batak languages, which include different dialects such as Toba, Karo, Simalungun, Pakpak, and Mandailing. These languages belong to the Austronesian language family and are indigenous to the island of Sumatra.

There are so many traditional dialect spoken in Indonesia (more than 400 languages). such as: Aceh, gayo, batak, minang, jawa, madura, sunda, etc.

The Batak people of the Philippines primarily speak the Batak language, which is classified as Austronesian. However, due to interactions with other ethnic groups in the region, some Batak individuals may also speak Filipino or other local languages.

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