Dialect

Pronunciation: /ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt/

Definitions of dialect

noun a particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group

Example Sentences

A1 My grandparents speak a different dialect than I do.

A2 Learning a new dialect can be challenging, but also exciting.

B1 The dialect spoken in this region has unique vocabulary and pronunciation.

B2 Studying different dialects can help you understand the diversity of a language.

C1 The linguist was fascinated by the intricate nuances of the local dialects.

C2 His mastery of various dialects made him a sought-after interpreter in international conferences.

Examples of dialect in a Sentence

formal The linguist studied the regional dialects spoken in different parts of the country.

informal I love hearing my grandmother speak in her old dialect, it's so unique.

slang Some people find it hard to understand the dialect spoken in certain rural areas.

figurative The dialect of jazz music is a language all its own, full of improvisation and soul.

Grammatical Forms of dialect

• past tense: dialected
• plural: dialects
• comparative: more dialect
• superlative: most dialect
• present tense: dialects
• future tense: will dialect
• perfect tense: have dialected
• continuous tense: is dialecting
• singular: dialect
• positive degree: dialect
• infinitive: to dialect
• gerund: dialecting
• participle: dialecting

Origin and Evolution of dialect

First Known Use: 1566 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'dialect' originated from the Greek word 'dialektos', which means 'conversation' or 'way of speaking'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'dialect' has come to refer to a specific form of a language that is characteristic of a particular group of people or region. It is used to distinguish variations in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar within a language.