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What is the main factor contributing to the reduction of dialect differences in English pronunciation?
What is the main factor contributing to the reduction of dialect differences in English pronunciation?
Which group of people typically exhibits more dialectal variation in their pronunciation?
Which group of people typically exhibits more dialectal variation in their pronunciation?
What term is used to describe varieties of pronunciation specific to certain localities and spoken by a socially limited number of people?
What term is used to describe varieties of pronunciation specific to certain localities and spoken by a socially limited number of people?
How do regional types of pronunciation differ from dialects?
How do regional types of pronunciation differ from dialects?
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Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to the reduction of dialectal differences?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to the reduction of dialectal differences?
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What is a characteristic of dialects spoken in a particular region?
What is a characteristic of dialects spoken in a particular region?
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Which statement best describes the relationship between education and pronunciation in English?
Which statement best describes the relationship between education and pronunciation in English?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about the pronunciation of English in the British Isles?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the pronunciation of English in the British Isles?
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Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing pronunciation in the text?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing pronunciation in the text?
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What do all varieties of English pronunciation have in common?
What do all varieties of English pronunciation have in common?
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Study Notes
English Language Pronunciation
- English language pronunciation varies widely across different localities in the British Isles, with each region having its own unique features.
- Pronunciation is also influenced by social factors, such as education and upbringing.
- Despite the differences, all varieties of English pronunciation share more commonalities than differences, and are considered part of the same language.
Dialects
- Dialects are varieties of English spoken by a limited number of people in specific localities.
- Dialects are becoming less distinct due to the influence of communication media, increased mobility, and urbanization.
Dialect Speakers
- Dialect speakers tend to be less educated and have a distinct pronunciation that differs from the standard pronunciation.
- More educated individuals tend to conform to a standard pronunciation.
Regional Types of Pronunciation
- Present-day English has fewer, more general regional types of pronunciation.
- Each regional type is characterized by common features shared by all dialects in the region.
- Dialects within a region are distinguished by specific peculiarities unique to each one.
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Description
Explore the wide range of pronunciation varieties in the English language, including the peculiar features of different localities in the British Isles. Learn how pronunciation can be influenced by social factors such as education and upbringing, while still being part of the same English language.
