Swabian
- noun
- He learned to speak Swabian after moving to Stuttgart for work.
Examples
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The film features characters who converse in the local Swabian dialect.
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Many older residents still use Swabian in their daily conversations.
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The Swabian dialect has many unique expressions.
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Many Swabians take pride in their regional cuisine.
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He learned to speak Swabian after moving to the region known for its unique dialect.
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Many older residents still use Swabian in their daily conversations, showcasing their cultural heritage.
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The film features characters who converse in the local Swabian dialect, highlighting the area's linguistic diversity.
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Swabian comes from the region name Swabia, which itself comes from an old German group called the Suebi who once lived in that area. So Swabian as a language name means the local speech or dialect 'from Swabia'.