Dialects, Sociolect, and Register
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What is a dialect?

A subdivision of language used by a group of people in a particular region or geographical differences.

Define Regional Dialect.

A distinct form of a language spoken in a certain geographical area, influenced by geography in terms of grammar, accent, and vocabulary differences.

What is Social Dialect also known as?

Sociolect.

Explain Sociolect.

<p>A variety of language characteristic of a social background or status, distinguished by social activity and can vary based on factors like grammar, phonology, and lexicon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that influence the style of language in Sociolect?

<p>Socioeconomic status, Occupation, Gender, and other social background aspects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Register in language?

<p>Different language and levels of formality used in various situations and scenarios.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of language register includes old grammar or vocabulary related to cultures, religions, laws, or customs of a community?

<p>Frozen/Static Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of language register is indicated about information or facts to explain an idea to others?

<p>Formal Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of language register is used to consult with experts or specialists?

<p>Consultative Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which language register involves informal language used by peers and friends, including slangs, vulgarities, and colloquialisms?

<p>Casual Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the private communication language used between persons who share a close relationship?

<p>Intimate Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of Frozen/Static Register.

<p>Ex.: “Lupang Hinirang” Philippines plays only in the Bible which devoted followers are reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

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