Local dialects

Definition

Local dialects are variations or forms of languages spoken by specific regional or social groups within a larger linguistic community. These dialects often differ in pronunciation, vocabulary usage, and grammar from standard languages.

Related terms

Accent: A distinctive way of pronouncing words associated with a particular region or group.

Slang: Informal words and phrases used within specific communities that may not be widely understood by others.

Creole language: A stable natural language developed from mixing different languages due to historical factors such as colonization or trade.