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Dialectal: meaning, definitions and examples

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dialectal

 

[ ˈdaɪəˌlɛk.təl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

linguistic variation

Dialectal refers to variations in language that are specific to particular geographic areas or social groups. These variations can affect pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. Dialectal differences are often the result of historical, cultural, and environmental factors that influence how language is spoken in different communities. Understanding dialectal differences is essential in fields like linguistics, anthropology, and regional studies.

Synonyms

geographical, local, regional

Examples of usage

  • She spoke in a dialectal manner that was unfamiliar to me.
  • The dialectal differences between the regions are fascinating.
  • His dialectal expressions added richness to the conversation.

Translations

Translations of the word "dialectal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dialetal

🇮🇳 बोलचाल का

🇩🇪 dialektal

🇮🇩 dialek

🇺🇦 діалектний

🇵🇱 dialektalny

🇯🇵 方言的な

🇫🇷 dialectal

🇪🇸 dialectal

🇹🇷 lehçeye ait

🇰🇷 방언의

🇸🇦 لهجي

🇨🇿 dialektální

🇸🇰 dialektálny

🇨🇳 方言的

🇸🇮 dialektalni

🇮🇸 málfræðilegur

🇰🇿 диалектілік

🇬🇪 დialectური

🇦🇿 dialektal

🇲🇽 dialectal

Etymology

The word 'dialectal' is derived from the term 'dialect', which originates from the Greek word 'dialektos', meaning 'discourse' or 'conversation'. This Greek root is formed from the prefix 'dia-', meaning 'through, across', and 'legein', meaning 'to speak'. The term 'dialect' was later adopted into Latin and Old French before making its way into English in the late 14th century. Initially, it referred to a form of language that is particular to a certain region or social group. The adjective 'dialectal' came into use much later, indicating characteristics specific to these dialects. This evolution reflects the complexities of language and how it adapts within different cultural and geographic contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,441, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.