New York accent
This New York City borough is famously associated with the classic New York accent.
Brooklyn
The Boston accent is known for dropping this consonant, especially at the end of words.
"r"
This term of endearment, commonly used in Southern states, is kind of like a plural "you".
"Y'all"
What is the stereotypical surfer greeting is often used to address people?
"Dude"
In a traditional New York accent, the 'r' at the end of words is often dropped, making 'car' sound like this. (Do the accent.)
"cah"
Where might a Bostonian tell you to "pahk" your car? (Try to use the accent.)
"Harvard Yard"
Give an example of two different words that Southerns might pronounce the same.
The California accent often features a rising intonation at the end of sentences, making statements sound like questions. What is this called?
"Uptalk"
Say coffee with a New York or Long Island accent.
"caw-fee"
How would a Bostonian pronounce "idea"?
"idear"
What does "fixin' to" mean?
We use it to say that we are "about to" do something.
What is "vocal fry"?
How might someone in New York City say "your"?
"Yuh"
When a Bostonian says "khakis", what do they really mean?
"Car keys"
Make this sentence sound more Southern:
"I'm about to go to the store."
Say this sentence using uptalk:
"I love hiking in the mountains, it’s so peaceful."
Rising intonation on "peaceful" - it should sound like a question