Definitions
- Referring to a regional or local form of a language that differs from the standard version. - Describing a language variety spoken by a particular group of people, often with unique vocabulary and grammar. - Talking about a non-standard form of a language that is still considered a legitimate variation.
- Referring to the everyday language spoken by people in a particular region or community. - Describing a language variety that is not the standard or official version but is widely used and accepted. - Talking about the language used by a particular group of people, often with unique vocabulary and grammar.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to non-standard forms of a language.
- 2Both can have unique vocabulary and grammar.
- 3Both are associated with specific regions or communities.
- 4Both are legitimate variations of a language.
- 5Both can be used in informal settings.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Dialectal refers specifically to regional or local variations of a language, while vernacular can encompass any non-standard form of a language.
- 2Usage: Dialectal is often used in linguistic contexts to describe variations of a language, while vernacular is more commonly used in everyday speech to refer to the language spoken by a particular group.
- 3Formality: Dialectal is typically associated with a more formal tone, while vernacular is more informal.
- 4Acceptance: Dialectal is generally considered a legitimate variation of a language, while vernacular may be viewed as less prestigious or even stigmatized in some contexts.
- 5Geography: Dialectal is more closely associated with a specific region or locality, while vernacular can be used to describe language varieties spoken by a broader range of people.
Remember this!
Dialectal and vernacular both refer to non-standard forms of a language that differ from the standard or official version. However, dialectal specifically refers to regional or local variations of a language, while vernacular can encompass any non-standard form of a language. Additionally, dialectal is often used in linguistic contexts and is associated with a more formal tone, while vernacular is more commonly used in everyday speech and is more informal.
