They've been here for many generations --- yet their accent remain very distinct . There are exceptions -- but very few.
Irish, British, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, etc. often lose their accents after the 2nd generation. You wouldn't be able to tell if they were Chinese or British if you talked to them on the phone.
I know people in the South talk a certain way, but the difference is African Americans have a very distinct accent/tone no matter where they live in the States -- and even European Africans I've noticed the same thing.
I'd appreciate some African Americans answering this question.
*** Note: I am not trying to be racist here, so try not to get offended. ***
2006-08-28
22:22:29
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