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Germany is comprised of 10 main dialects spoken within the 16 states of Germany. There are many more that exist within the country but these are the most common and recognized in the country. The different dialects are Bavarian (Bayerische), Alemannic (Alemannisch), Upper Saxony (Obersaechsich), Swaebisch, East Fraenkisch (Ostfraenkisch), Rhein fraenkisch (Rheinfraenkisch), Westphalia (Westfaelisch), East Westphalia (Ostwestfaelisch), Brandenburg (Brandenburgisch), and Northern Low German (Nordniederdeutsch). A common belief is that Swaebisch and Upper Saxony are generally the least liked dialects of Germany. Germans are quite proud of their language and work to maintain their individual dialects in the country. Within Germany, the most popular and well known dialect is Bavarian and is spoken in the state of Bavaria in southern Germany.
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How many dialects does the German language have?
The number of German dialects is simply impossible to count as so many different variations of the language exist. In some cases, language change differs from village to village so the number is almost uncountable.Some of the major German dialects include Bavarian German (Bayerisch), Berliner German (Berlinisch) and Lower German (Plattdütsch). Dialects even exist overseas such as Pennsylvanian German (Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch - spoken in Pennsylvania, USA) and even Brazilian German!
How many dialects in language?
It depends on the language. Some have few dialects, and some have many. Some even have dialects that cannot understand each other.
What languages are derived from the German language?
Some languages that are derived from the German language include Dutch, Afrikaans, and Yiddish. These languages share similarities in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation with German due to historical linguistic connections.
Where did the language German come from?
The German language belongs to the West Germanic branch of the Indo-European language family. It evolved from dialects spoken by Germanic tribes in Central Europe during the early Middle Ages. Over time, these dialects merged to form what we now recognize as the German language.
What is the homophone for leader?
Liter. A homophone would be Lieder, which are a kind of German songs.
How many dialects does the German language have?
The number of German dialects is simply impossible to count as so many different variations of the language exist. In some cases, language change differs from village to village so the number is almost uncountable.Some of the major German dialects include Bavarian German (Bayerisch), Berliner German (Berlinisch) and Lower German (Plattdütsch). Dialects even exist overseas such as Pennsylvanian German (Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch - spoken in Pennsylvania, USA) and even Brazilian German!
What is the German for January?
January - Januar Note. In Austria and some south German dialects it is Jänner.
Does austria speak german?
Yes. High German (which is the German spoken in Germany) is the official language of Austria. Nearly all Austrians can speak High German, but a minority in the more rural, mountainous areas speak local dialects of German that are quite different from High German. Some Germans find these dialects of German difficult or impossible to understand.
How did the German Language that is used now originate or come to be?
The German language came to being after the publication of the German Bible by Martin Luther in 1534. Before this, Germans spoke a wide range of dialects. Even today some German dialects cannot be understood by Germans from other parts of the country.
What is the language of steiermark austria?
High German (which is the German spoken in Germany) is the official language of Austria, including Styria Province (called Steiermark in German). Nearly all Austrians can speak High German, but a minority in the more rural, mountainous areas speak local dialects of German that are quite different from High German. Some Germans find these dialects of German difficult or impossible to understand.
Is the German ich like a ih?
The German ch-sound is pronounced as in the Scottish word loch although in some local dialects its is pronounced as a sh- or ck-sound.
What has the author Hubert Baum written?
Hubert Baum has written: 'Freude am alemannischen Gedicht' -- subject(s): Alemannic, Dialects, German language, German poetry, History and criticism, Alemannic dialects
Can you teach me German slang?
Haha! no, but you have to talk to a native German for the slang. My friend is from Austria and she said that it is basically a mixture of all German dialects
What dialects of Low German were spoken before the 12th century?
OLD SAXON
What has the author Elli Siegel written?
Elli Siegel has written: 'Deutsche Wortkarte 1890-1962' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Dialects, German language, Linguistic geography, Maps 'Deutsche Wortkarte, 1963-1970' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Dialects, German language, Maps 'Deutsche Wortkarte, 1971-1978' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Dialects, German language, Maps
How many dialects in language?
It depends on the language. Some have few dialects, and some have many. Some even have dialects that cannot understand each other.
What languages are derived from the German language?
Some languages that are derived from the German language include Dutch, Afrikaans, and Yiddish. These languages share similarities in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation with German due to historical linguistic connections.
