Standard English is the literary dialect that is taught in school. It comes from the Saxon part of Anglo-Saxon, or Old English. Nonstandard English is any of the many and various regional dialects, and also many popular but "incorrect" words and forms, for example the use of "dove" in place of "dived as the past tense of "dive."
"Nonstandard" is also used disparagingly and erroneously to describe the Scots dialect, which is the modern form of Anglic (the Anglo- part of Anglo-Saxon), and thus has a better historical claim to the name "Standard English" than English does!
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Och, the wee bairn's greeting. That's English, but nonstandard. In standard English it's: Oh, the little baby is crying. How do people say it in your town?
This statement is false. Many speakers of nonstandard English may be literate in their own language variety, and literacy rates vary across different populations. It is important to recognize and respect linguistic diversity, including nonstandard varieties of English.
Yes, its meaning depends on in which dictionary you look the word up.
Standard English is often viewed as more formal and restricted in its usage compared to nonstandard English varieties, which can be more flexible and dynamic. However, the perceived limitations of Standard English are mainly in terms of creativity and expressiveness, as it is still the preferred form of language for professional communication and formal writing. Nonstandard English, on the other hand, can vary widely depending on the region and social context in which it is used.
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No, the vocabulary of Standard English is not more limited than that of nonstandard English. Standard English typically includes a wide range of vocabulary that is widely accepted and used in formal writing and speaking, while nonstandard English may have vocabulary specific to certain regions or social groups.
Some people in educated circles feel using nonstandard English is unacceptable because it shows a lack of education and class. Some people do not acknowledge slang and do not approve of it.
Quite the contrary: non-standard vocabulary is limited.
Nonstandard English refers to language that doesn't conform to traditional grammar, vocabulary, or usage rules. This can include dialects, slang, or informal language that deviates from standard English norms.
No, "areosecond" is not a recognized word in the English language. It may be a misspelling or a nonstandard term.
The boy was a nonstandard student.