SCOUSE ACCENT

Presented by : Ozgur Karaaslan TG12

the liverpool accent

Scouse

Scouse dialect

The Scouse accent is highly distinctive; having been influenced heavily by Irish, Norwegian, and Welsh immigrants who arrived via the Liverpool docks, it has little in common with the accents of its neighbouring regions or the rest of England. The accent is named after scouse, a stew eaten by sailors and locals. This presentation will explore its particularities , impressions , social associations and why it sounds out.

Impressions of the Scouse accent

Positive Impressions :- Seen as warm , humorous , and engaging by those familiar .- Percieved as creative and full of personality , thanks to Liverpool's reputation for music , arts and sportsNegative Impressions:- Some find it harsh or overly nasal , which can provoke strong reactions - Due to stereotypes about Liverpool's working -class roots , it has historically been associated with crime or unemployment .

The ‘th’ sounds can be pronounced as a dental [t̪] and [d̪]in Scouse: THINK, THOSE, they can sound like ‘d’ (dose) or ‘t’ (tings).

/th/ [d] , [t]

When /k/ appears in the end of a syllable in Scouse , it can be pronounced as a [x] KICK , ROCK , , BLOKE

In short words ending /t/ like IT? THAT , NOT the final /t/ can be [h]

/t/ is pronounced with /s/ to make an affricate [ts] in Scouse : TEA , TALK , PART

/k/ [x]

/t/ [h]

/t/ [ts]

Consonant Sounds

They saying : scran.She does proper boss scran

They saying : bird , queen ... I'm taking me bird out later

Scouse sayings are phrases

Man

Scouse saying : Lad , la , lid... Alrigt , lad ,you goin the game later ?

Woman

Food

Scouse Accent ,liked or rejected ?

The answer depends on context and personal:- People from Liverpool are fiercely proud of the Scouse accent and its cultural significance.For them, it’s a symbol of belonging and community.- Scouse has hsitorically faced prejudice , with some perceiving it negatively due to socioeconomic sterotypes. The accent is sometimes linked about poverty or crime .

Accentism?

- Accentism : Accentism refers to discrimination or prejudice against people based on their accent or the way they talk. -A person with a Scouse accent could be considered less competent or professional simply because of their accent, which could reduce their chances of getting a job, even if they are perfectly qualified. -At social events, a person with a Scouse accent can be immediately judged and stereotyped in a negative way, which can be difficult to personal relationships and social integration.

Overall Perception

-The Scouse accent, like many regional accents, can be both loved and disliked. Attitudes are changing to become more appreciative and respectful of linguistic diversity, but challenges remain. -I chose the Scouse accent for its profound connection with the city of Liverpool: Liverpool is a city rich in history and culture, thanks in particular to global icons such as the Beatles. The Scouse accent is a gateway to this rich culture.

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