Translation of Polish word "dialekt" to English

dialekt

Q: What is the definition of the Polish word "dialekt"?

The Polish word "dialekt" is defined as: "A lect (often a regional or minority language) as part of a group or family of languages, especially if they are viewed as a single language, or if contrasted with a standardized idiom that is considered the 'true' form of the language (for example, Bavarian as contrasted with Standard German)."

/dʲjaˈlɛkt/

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Meaning

Noun

A lect (often a regional or minority language) as part of a group or family of languages, especially if they are viewed as a single language, or if contrasted with a standardized idiom that is considered the 'true' form of the language (for example, Bavarian as contrasted with Standard German).

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How to use

The masculine noun 'dialekt' (dialect) declines regularly (genitive 'dialektu', locative 'w dialekcie', plural 'dialekty'). The related adjective is 'dialektalny' (dialectal).

🇬🇧 English

dialect

Usage GuideW tym regionie ludzie mówią silnym dialektem.

Structure Guide

Polish Word: dialekt
Translation: dialect

Example Sentences

W tym regionie ludzie mówią silnym dialektem.

In this region, people speak a strong dialect.

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Synonyms

slang / sub-dialect / jargon (often local)dialect / idiom (linguistics)

Common phrases

mówić dialektem— to speak in a dialect (requires instrumental)
dialekt śląski— Silesian dialect
dialekt lokalny— local dialect

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🇬🇧English:dialect

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What does the Polish word "dialekt" mean?▼

The Polish word "dialekt" means "dialect" in English.

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