Northeastern topolect expressions

Language Log 2025-11-12

Summary:

All places in China have topolect terms, some more than others, and some are more influential outside of their own region than others.  One regional variety whose speakers create numerous memorable expressions they are proud of is Dōngběihuà 東北話 ("Northeastern topolect").  I was inspired to make this post after reading a collection of twenty Northeasternisms. I showed the […]

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Victor Mair

Date tagged:

11/12/2025, 09:30

Date published:

11/12/2025, 08:14