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			== Cockney gallery ==
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			File:Danny Baker BBC Radio4 Desert Island Discs 31 Jul 2007 b012wcl4.flac\|Danny Baker BBC Radio 4 Desert Island Discs
			File:Michael Caine BBC Radio4 Front Row 29 Sept 2010 b00tyv8c.flac\|Michael Caine BBC Radio 4 Front Row
			File:StMaryLeBowChurch.jpg\|St Mary Le Bow Church
			File:Cockney short monophthong chart.svg\|Cockney Short Monophthong Chart
			File:Cockney long monophthong chart.svg\|Cockney Long Monophthong Chart
			File:Cockney diphthong chart.svg\|Cockney Diphthong Chart
			File:Pearlykingandqueen.jpg\|Pearly King and Queen
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	~~[[File:Michael_Caine_BBC_Radio4_Front_Row_29_Sept_2010_b00tyv8c.flac\|Michael Caine BBC Radio4 Front Row 29 Sept 2010 b00tyv8c.flac\|thumb]]~~ '''Cockney''' is a term traditionally used to describe a native of [[London]], specifically from the East End area. Historically, to be considered a true Cockney, one had to be born within earshot of the [[Bow Bells]], the bells of St Mary-le-Bow church in Cheapside, London. However, the term has expanded over time to encompass not just people from this specific geographic area but also the distinctive [[dialect]] and [[slang]] associated with East Londoners more broadly.		'''Cockney''' is a term traditionally used to describe a native of [[London]], specifically from the East End area. Historically, to be considered a true Cockney, one had to be born within earshot of the [[Bow Bells]], the bells of St Mary-le-Bow church in Cheapside, London. However, the term has expanded over time to encompass not just people from this specific geographic area but also the distinctive [[dialect]] and [[slang]] associated with East Londoners more broadly.

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[[File:Michael_Caine_BBC_Radio4_Front_Row_29_Sept_2010_b00tyv8c.flac|Michael Caine BBC Radio4 Front Row 29 Sept 2010 b00tyv8c.flac|thumb]] '''Cockney''' is a term traditionally used to describe a native of [[London]], specifically from the East End area. Historically, to be considered a true Cockney, one had to be born within earshot of the [[Bow Bells]], the bells of St Mary-le-Bow church in Cheapside, London. However, the term has expanded over time to encompass not just people from this specific geographic area but also the distinctive [[dialect]] and [[slang]] associated with East Londoners more broadly.

==Origins and History==
The origins of the term "Cockney" are somewhat disputed, but it is believed to have first appeared in the Middle Ages. It was initially used as a pejorative term for city dwellers, contrasting them with people living in the rural areas who were considered to be more "genuine" or "real." Over time, the term evolved to carry less of a negative connotation and became more closely associated with the working-class population of the East End of London.

The Cockney dialect is notable for its rhyming slang, a form of speech in which words are replaced with phrases that rhyme with them, and only the first word of the phrase is spoken. For example, "stairs" becomes "apples and pears," but in practice, one would just say "apples." This unique form of slang has been a defining characteristic of Cockney speech and has contributed to its recognition and depiction in popular culture.

==Cockney Dialect==
The Cockney dialect is characterized by a number of phonetic features, including the dropping of the "H" at the beginning of words, the use of the glottal stop to replace "T" in the middle or end of words, and the vowel sound changes that distinguish it from Received Pronunciation (RP), the standard form of British English. These features make the Cockney accent distinctly recognizable.

==Cultural Impact==
Cockney culture has had a significant impact on British popular culture, influencing music, literature, and cinema. The East End of London, with its rich history and vibrant community, has been the backdrop for numerous works of fiction and non-fiction. Cockney rhyming slang, in particular, has permeated British popular culture and is often used for comedic effect in films and television shows.

==Modern Usage==
In contemporary times, the definition of who is considered a Cockney has become more fluid. The traditional geographic boundaries have expanded, and the term now encompasses a wider range of people and dialects in London and beyond. The spread of the Cockney dialect and culture has been influenced by social changes, including migration and the movement of populations within the UK.

==Preservation and Evolution==
As with many dialects and cultural identities, the Cockney tradition faces challenges from globalization and the homogenization of cultures. However, there are efforts to preserve the Cockney dialect and culture, including educational programs and community initiatives aimed at celebrating and maintaining this unique aspect of London's heritage.

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