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Seattle to Spokane: Mapping Perceptions of English in Washington State
1University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.
Journal of English Linguistics
|April 21, 2015
Summary
Washingtonians perceive English variation in urban and eastern areas of the state. Local perceptions of linguistic differences can emerge when focusing on variation within a specific region, like Washington state.
Area of Science:
- Sociolinguistics
- Linguistic Geography
- Dialectology
Background:
- Understanding regional perceptions of linguistic variation is crucial for dialectology.
- Previous research often focuses on national variation, overlooking state-level perceptions.
- English language variation within the United States presents a complex landscape.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how residents of Washington state perceive linguistic variation in English.
- To map spatial perceptions of English "difference" within Washington state.
- To analyze demographic influences and affective values tied to perceived linguistic variation.
Main Methods:
- Surveying Washington residents on perceptions of English variation.
- Utilizing digital mapping tools to visualize spatial perceptions.
- Analyzing demographic data and affective responses associated with identified regions.
Main Results:
- Washingtonians identify urban areas and eastern regions as places with "different" English.
- Spatial perceptions of linguistic variation differ among demographic groups.
- Local categories, like urban/rural divides, emerge in state-specific dialect perception.
Conclusions:
- Perceptions of English variation in Washington state are geographically patterned.
- Demographic factors influence how linguistic differences are perceived within a state.
- State-level dialect perception studies reveal unique organizational categories and regional standards.
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