Southern Appalachian English

Southern Appalachian English is a regional way of speaking found in the Appalachian Mountains of the southeastern United States. It features unique vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar influenced by the area's history, including early European settlers, Scots-Irish, and African-American communities. This dialect often includes distinctive words and phrases, such as "y'all" for you all, and a musical intonation. It reflects the area's cultural heritage and regional identity, with variations across different communities. While understandable to most Americans, it offers a rich linguistic identity that highlights the history and resilience of Appalachian residents.