REGIONAL DIALECTOLOGY

Аннотация

Regional dialectology is the study of language variation across different geographical areas, focusing on differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and syntax. This field investigates how linguistic features develop within specific regions due to historical, social, and cultural influences. By employing methods such as dialect surveys, linguistic mapping, and sociolinguistic interviews, researchers identify patterns of regional speech and establish isoglosses—boundaries marking linguistic differences. Regional dialects not only reflect local identity but also evolve due to migration, globalization, and media influence. This study highlights the significance of dialectal diversity and its role in understanding linguistic change over time. Key words: Dialectology, Dialect, Geographic distribution, Historical linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Phonological features, Lexical features, Mutual intelligibility, Diglossia, Pluricentrism, Isoglosses, Urban vs. rural speech