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our accents are not just sounds; they are reflections of our experiences, aspirations and the human desire to belong.
Talking Like Friends: Exploring the Phenomenon of Accent Adaptation
https://isciencemag.co.uk/features/talking-like-friends/
Babelification
Language, as a social instrument, is more than its content. It’s also a signifier defining the speaker. Therefore language, whether expressed as slang, dialects, patois, or accents, is a marker of cultural identity. The language you use signals to other people: am I like you? Do we come from the same place? Do we share perspectives?... See more
Language, as a social instrument, is more than its content. It’s also a signifier defining the speaker. Therefore language, whether expressed as slang, dialects, patois, or accents, is a marker of cultural identity. The language you use signals to other people: am I like you? Do we come from the same place? Do we share perspectives?... See more
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the claim that subconsciously adapting your accent could be rooted in the brain’s innate musicality .