dialect

ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt
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Translation of dialect into German

Noun

1.

linguistics

regional language variation with unique grammar and vocabulary
  • The dialect spoken in the village is unique.Der im Dorf gesprochene Dialekt ist einzigartig.
2.

social judgment

language form seen as inferior or substandard
Dialekt mMundart f
  • Some view the local dialect as less proper.Einige betrachten den lokalen Dialekt als weniger korrekt.
3.

technology

TECH.
non-standardized programming language variant
TECH.
  • This code is written in a dialect of Python.Dieser Code ist in einem Dialekt von Python geschrieben.
4.

ornithology

TECH.
bird vocalization variant in a specific area
TECH.
Dialekt mGesangsdialekt
  • The bird's dialect varies by region.Der Dialekt des Vogels variiert je nach Region.
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Expressions with dialect: examples in English and translations in German

phonetische Schreibweise
The author used eye dialect to show the character's accent.
Standarddialekt
The standard dialect is taught in schools to promote uniformity in communication..
Sprachatlas
The dialect atlas revealed regional language differences.
Dialektkontinuum
The dialect continuum shows gradual changes across the region..
Dialektgeografie
Dialect geography reveals how accents vary across regions.

Synonyms and analogies of dialect in English

n.vernacularpatoisjargonMore synonyms

Examples of dialect in a sentence

  • She studied the dialects of different Italian regions.
  • The dialect was mocked by outsiders.
  • Her dialect was often misunderstood.
  • Developers often create dialects to suit specific needs.
  • Each dialect may have unique syntax rules.
  • Different dialects can be heard in nearby valleys.

Translations of "dialect" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derDialektnm.

The unfamiliar dialect puzzled me, despite my knowledge of the main language.

Der unbekannte Dialekt verwirrte mich, trotz meiner Kenntnisse der Hauptsprache.

He's often looked down on just because he speaks with a dialect.

Er wird oft geringschätzt, nur weil er mit Dialekt spricht.

dieMundartnf.

He starts with a reggae in his dialect and yodels.

Er startet mit einem Reggae in seiner Mundart und jodelt.

This book about dialect will convey how the language was spoken.

Dieses Buch über die Mundart soll wiedergeben, wie gesprochen worden ist.

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dialect: Examples and translations in context

As a native-born speaker, his accent reflects the local dialect.

Als gebürtiger Sprecher spiegelt sein Akzent den lokalen Dialekt wider.

The dialect spoken here is distinguishable from that of neighboring regions.

Der hier gesprochene Dialekt ist von dem der benachbarten Regionen unterscheidbar.

She recognized her countryman immediately when he spoke their native dialect.

Sie erkannte ihren Landsmann sofort, als er in ihrem heimischen Dialekt sprach.

There is really no fixed form for how you write dialect.

Es gibt ja keine fixe Form, wie man Dialekt schreibt.

Using local dialect in official announcements was a daring departure from established customs.

Die Verwendung des Dialekts in amtlichen Bekanntmachungen war ein gewagter Bruch mit der Tradition.

Her accent is a close match to the local dialect, which impresses everyone.

Ihr Akzent kommt dem hiesigen Dialekt sehr nahe, was alle beeindruckt.

She became possessed by an idea to document every disappearing local dialect.

Sie wurde von einer Idee besessen, jeden verschwindenden lokalen Dialekt zu dokumentieren.

Look forward to an amusing sightseeing tour in local dialect.

Freuen Sie sich auf eine humorvolle Stadtrundfahrt in Berliner Mundart.

See also:

dialect continuumstandard dialect
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