Mercian dialect

The Mercian dialect was a variety of Old English spoken in the historic region of Mercia, roughly corresponding to parts of modern-day Midlands in England. It differed from other Old English dialects through pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammatical features. Mercian influenced the development of later English dialects and contributed to the formation of Middle English. The dialect is known mainly from historical texts and inscriptions, offering insights into regional linguistic variations during the early medieval period. Today, Mercian's legacy can be seen in regional accents and place names across central England.