DIALECT - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people
Example: the immigrants spoke an odd dialect of English; he has a strong German accent; it has been said that a language is a dialect with an army and navy
Categories: Non-standard speech
📖 Fun Facts About Dialect
- • A dialect is a regional form of a language with unique words and pronunciation.
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🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "dialect" comes from Ancient Greek διάλεκτος. It started in Latin dialectos. Then it appeared in Middle French dialecte.
🧩 Fun Fact
This word traveled through multiple civilizations—each culture shaped its meaning slightly!