East Franconian is a dialect of the Franconian group of the German language, primarily spoken in the eastern part of Franconia, a region in Bavaria, Germany. It is characterized by its unique phonetic features and vocabulary, distinguishing it from other Bavarian dialects. This dialect is mainly found in cities like Nuremberg and Erlangen, as well as surrounding rural areas. While it shares similarities with Central Bavarian and Upper Franconian, East Franconian has its own distinct identity, reflecting the cultural heritage of the local population.