Why do Trinidadians talk like that?
It has been compared to Welsh accent in the way they both sound like the speaker is singing their words. A Trini’s choice of words are a mix of local Creole phrases and Standard English grammar with pronunciation that has been distinctly flavored by the country’s diverse cultural mix and history.
Does Trinidad use British English or American English?
T still uses British English. The latter, therefore, stands. Just like: American English: Center/Labor/Habor.
Does Trinidad speak Creole?
Trinidadian Creole is a creole language commonly spoken throughout the island of Trinidad in Trinidad and Tobago. It is distinct from Tobagonian Creole – particularly at the basilectal level – and from other Lesser Antillean English creoles….Trinidadian Creole.
| Trinidadian English Creole | |
|---|---|
| Glottolog | trin1276 |
| Linguasphere | 52-ABB-au |
How do you say girl in Trinidad?
It was famous for its tone among the steelbands. Gyul – Trini pronunciation for Girl. Hair – Trini pronunciation Here or hear.
What is Bly?
bly (plural blies) (now chiefly dialectal) Likeness; resemblance; look aspect; species; character. I see a bly of your father about you.
Why does Trinidad and Tobago speak English?
The language acts as the lingua franca of Tobagonians and Indo-Trinidadians. The language traces its origins to the native languages spoken by the indentured laborers from South Asia who worked on plantations in the Caribbean. The government makes constant efforts to protect and promote the use of the language.
What is Trinidad patois?
In the 19th century, Patois became the lingua franca of Trinidad, crossing every ethnolinguistic, social and geographic boundary, and facilitating communication among speakers of over 20 languages in the mid-19th century.
What is Trini’s choice of words?
It has been compared to Welsh accent in the way they both sound like the speaker is singing their words. A Trini’s choice of words are a mix of local Creole phrases and Standard English grammar with pronunciation that has been distinctly flavored by the country’s diverse cultural mix and history.
Do Trinbagonians speak Standard English?
In formal or business situations Trinbagonian’s write and speak Standard English. However visitors can’t help but hear a distinct difference in the way natives speak when in social settings. The accent can be difficult to understand at times mainly because of the speed and cadence of the delivery.
Why is the Irish accent so difficult to understand?
The accent can be difficult to understand at times mainly because of the speed and cadence of the delivery. It has been compared to Welsh accent in the way they both sound like the speaker is singing their words.