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- Definition and Examples of Pidgins in Language Studies
In linguistics, a pidgin (pronounced PIDG-in ) is a simplified form of speech formed out of one or more existing languages and used as a lingua franca by people who have no other language in common Also known as a pidgin language or an auxiliary language
- Pidgin - Wikipedia
A pidgin [1] [2] [3] ˈ p ɪ dʒ ɪ n , or pidgin language, is a grammatically simplified form of contact language that develops between two or more groups of people that do not have a language in common: typically, its vocabulary and grammar are limited and often drawn from several languages
- Pidgin | History, Characteristics Examples | Britannica
pidgin, originally, a language that typically developed out of sporadic and limited contacts between Europeans and non-Europeans in locations other than Europe from the 16th through the early 19th century and often in association with activities such as trade, plantation agriculture, and mining
- Pidgin English: Examples and Their Meanings - Schoolings
Examples of Pidgin English and their Meanings “No be so?” The translation of this phrase is ‘that’s not true, right?’ or ‘no way!’ This type of language can also be used to say that something isn’t possible For example: “a man walks into a bar and asks for three beers; the bartender says no be so?”
- Easy Nigerian Pidgin English Phrases for Beginners
Useful Pidgin English phrases for beginners to Nigerian Pidgin include I no sabi (I don’t understand), I wan chop (I want to eat), and how you dey? (How are you doing today?)
- 44 Hawaiian and Pidgin Phrases Every Visitor Needs to Know
Hawaiian Pidgin English, known locally as Pidgin, is spoken by many Hawaiʻi residents, and words and phrases from ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian language) has also become the norm here in the Islands
- Nigerian Pidgin – 20 useful words and phrases - British Council
Our safe place is Nigerian Pidgin: our common language It doesn't threaten any linguistic or cultural heritage, but rather binds us Here are 20 examples of Nigerian pidgin How you dey? This is pidgin for 'How are you?' With friends, you can also say: How na? How far body? You can respond by saying: I dey (I am fine) I dey Kampe (I am doing well)
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