Cockney Flashcards

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1
Q

Give phonological features of cockney

A

L - vocalisation
H dropping
Th fronting

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2
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What negative attitudes are there towards cockney?

A

Seen as stupid

Negative stereotype because many cockney speakers used to be involved in crime

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3
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What positive attitudes are there towards Cockney?

A

Approachable

Friendly

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4
Q

Where is cockney moving to?

A

Kent from Hackney (it originated in Hackney)

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