dialectal variation
[/daɪˈælɛktəl ˌvɛriˈeɪʃən/]
nounpl: dialectal variations
variação dialetal
1. Differences in language use, pronunciation, vocabulary, or grammar between regional or social groups speaking the same language
The dialectal variation between Northern and Southern English includes differences in vowel pronunciation.
A variação dialetal entre o inglês do Norte e do Sul inclui diferenças na pronúncia das vogais.
2. Linguistic features that distinguish one dialect from another within a single language community
Dialectal variations in Brazilian Portuguese are evident in the different ways people from Rio and São Paulo speak.
As variações dialetais no português brasileiro são evidentes nas diferentes formas de falar entre cariocas e paulistas.
3. The study of how language changes across different geographical or socioeconomic regions
Linguists study dialectal variation to understand how languages evolve over time and space.
Linguistas estudam variação dialetal para entender como as línguas evoluem ao longo do tempo e espaço.
In Brazil, dialectal variation is particularly notable given the country's vast geography and diverse populations. The distinctions between Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Bahia, and the North/Northeast regions are celebrated aspects of Brazilian cultural identity. Portugal similarly recognizes distinct dialectal variations between regions like Alentejo, Minho, and the islands. These variations are not considered deficiencies but rather rich linguistic heritage, though standard Portuguese is taught in formal education.
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