What is another term used to refer to a regional dialect?
Understand the Problem
The question asks us to identify the term that is also used to refer to a regional dialect. We need to choose the correct option from the provided list of linguistic terms.
Answer
A regional dialect may be referred to as a regiolect, regionalect, geolect, or topolect.
A regional dialect may also be referred to as a regiolect, or alternatively, a regionalect, geolect, or topolect.
Answer for screen readers
A regional dialect may also be referred to as a regiolect, or alternatively, a regionalect, geolect, or topolect.
More Information
The terms regiolect, regionalect, geolect, and topolect are used to describe dialects specific to a geographic region.
Tips
It is easy to confuse the terms accent, slang, and dialect. Dialect refers to vocabulary and grammar, while accent refers to pronunciation.
Sources
- Dialect - en.wikipedia.org
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