Definition

A smaller or less important form of a dialect, often used in a specific region or by a particular group of people.

Example

The region has its own subdialect that differs from the main dialect spoken in the country.

Conversation

I heard there's a new subdialect emerging in our area.

Really? I didn't know we had that many variations around here.

Yeah, it's fascinating how language evolves over time.

Absolutely! I love learning about different dialects and their subdialect forms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subdialect → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "dialect" (from Greek "dialektos", meaning conversation or discourse). The word "subdialect" refers to a variety of a dialect that exists under or within a larger dialect.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dialect' as a way of speaking, and 'sub-' means it's a way of speaking that exists 'under' or within a larger way of speaking.

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