Crawford, Hannah
Sheffield Dialect
- ISBN 13:
- 9781507594261
- author:
- Crawford, Hannah
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 140
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Non-Classifiable
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Sheffield Dialect: A Regional English Language Variant Sheffield is home to one of the most distinctive regional dialects in England. This unique blend of language has been shaped by the city's history and geography, resulting in a distinct way of speaking that sets it apart from other parts of the country. One notable feature of the Sheffield dialect is its use of shortened words and phrases. For example, the word "thee" can sound like "dee", while "thou" becomes "daa". This distinctive pronunciation has led to the affectionate nickname "dee-dars" being used to refer to people from Sheffield. This book provides an in-depth look at the Sheffield dialect, exploring its history and characteristics.