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The Issue of Dialect

The Issue of Dialect. What is the difference between a dialect and a language?. Dialects are variations of the same spoken language. Speakers of two dialects can understand one another. Three Features of Dialect. 1. Pronunciation Same written word pronounced differently 2. Syntax

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The Issue of Dialect

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  1. The Issue of Dialect

  2. What is the difference between a dialect and a language? Dialects are variations of the same spoken language.

  3. Speakers of two dialects can understand one another.

  4. Three Features of Dialect 1. Pronunciation • Same written word pronounced differently 2. Syntax • Rules of grammar may differ slightly 3. Vocabulary • Same concept represented by different words

  5. Two Types of Dialects Regional Dialects • Associated with a geographic area • Slowly fading due to media and mobility Social Dialects • Associated with a social/ethnic group • Not spoken by all members of the group • Many speakers can shift styles

  6. Three Major U.S. Regional Dialects Northern Midland Southern

  7. North vs. South Examples of Vocabulary

  8. North vs. South Examples of Pronunciation

  9. Social Dialects • The most important social dialect in America is called African-American Vernacular English (AAVE). • AAVE is also called “Black English” and “Ebonics.” • Syntax is an important feature as it relates to the verb to be. In AAVE, the verb to be is not always conjugated (e.g., “He be sick.”) • AAVE differs from Midland English mostly in matters of pronunciation.

  10. Social Dialects Examples of AAVE Pronunciation

  11. To sum up, remember that dialects are variations of the same spoken language. Languages English Spanish

  12. To sum up, remember that dialects are variations of the same spoken language. Languages English Spanish Southern Midland Northern

  13. There are two distinct levels. { { Languages English Spanish Southern Midland Northern Language Level Dialect Level

  14. This is true whether we are describing regional or social dialects. { { Languages English Spanish “Power Code” AAVE Language Level Dialect Level

  15. Speakers of all dialects must learn to read the same written language. { { Languages English Spanish “Power Code” AAVE Language Level Dialect Level

  16. Dialect and Literature • The use of dialect makes characters appear realistic • Sometimes difficult to read because it represents sounds instead of formal speech • A good way to understand dialect is to read it out loud

  17. Dialect and Literature • In groups of three, find five passages of 10-20 lines that include dialect. • Prepare a reading of your passages and present them to class.

  18. To sum up, remember that dialects are variations of the same spoken language.

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