The Geordie accent is a dialect spoken by people from the Tyneside area of North East England. It is known for its unique pronunciation and colorful vocabulary. Some key features of the Geordie accent include:
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Glottal stops: The Geordie accent uses a unique type of glottal stops. /p, t, k/ can all be pronounced simultaneously with a glottal stop after them in Geordie, both at the end of a syllable and sometimes before a weak vowel.
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Vocabulary: The Geordie dialect has its own distinct vocabulary. For example, "canny" means "good" or "nice," and "howay" means "come on" or "lets go".
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Pronunciation: The Geordie accent has some unique pronunciations, such as "wor" instead of "our" and "hyem" instead of "home".
The Geordie dialect and identity are primarily associated with those of a working-class background. The accent is considered by some to be the most attractive in England. If you want to learn how to speak with a Geordie accent, there are tutorials available online.
