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Accent mimicry is the practice of temporarily takin on a similar accent as the person one is talking to. This can be intentional or unintentional. Accent mimicry can be for several reasons. This list is not exhaustive: | |||
* masking | |||
* trying to fit in | |||
* a form of echolia | |||
* because one finds the accent enjoyable to use | |||
Latest revision as of 12:39, 27 November 2023
Accent mimicry is the practice of temporarily takin on a similar accent as the person one is talking to. This can be intentional or unintentional. Accent mimicry can be for several reasons. This list is not exhaustive:
- masking
- trying to fit in
- a form of echolia
- because one finds the accent enjoyable to use
