Dialect
Dialect
Dialect (/ˈdaɪəlɛkt/; from the Ancient Greek word διάλεκτος, diálektos, "discourse", from διά, diá, "through" and λέγω, légo, "I speak") is a specific form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group.
Etymology
The term dialect is derived from the Ancient Greek word διάλεκτος (diálektos), which means "discourse". It is composed of διά (diá), meaning "through", and λέγω (légo), meaning "I speak".
Description
A dialect is distinguished by its vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation (phonology, including prosody). Where a dialect is defined by geographical or social factors, an Idiolect is unique to a specific individual.
Related Terms
- Accent: A distinctive way of pronouncing a language, especially one associated with a particular country, area, or social class.
- Idiolect: The speech habits peculiar to a particular person.
- Sociolect: A dialect that is associated with a particular social class or occupational group within a society.
- Regional Dialect: A type of language that is spoken in a particular geographical area.
- Standard Language: A language variety used by a group of people in their public discourses.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dialect
- Wikipedia's article - Dialect
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