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Pennsylvania Dutch: A Dialect of South German With an Infusion of English

By Samuel Stehman Haldeman
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The essay examines Pennsylvania German as a South German–derived dialect shaped by immigrant speech and English contact, outlining its historical spread, social setting, and regional sources. It gives a detailed phonological account (alphabet use, vowels, diphthongs, nasal sounds, consonants, and sound changes), treats vocabulary, gender, syntax, and English infusion, compares the dialect with related South German varieties, and supplies numerous illustrative texts and anglicized forms, translations, and examples of German-influenced and imperfect English speech.

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Samuel Stehman Haldeman

Samuel Stehman Haldeman was an American linguist and philologist known for his contributions to the study of dialects and languages. He is particularly recognized for his work on Pennsylvania Dutch, a dialect that blends elements of South German with English influences. His notable publication, "Pennsylvania Dutch: A Dialect of South German With an Infusion of English," explores the linguistic characteristics and cultural significance of this unique dialect. Haldeman's research has played a vital role in understanding the complexities of language and its evolution within specific communities.

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