Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Non-Standard Speech.
Non-Standard Speech - as a noun
Speech that differs from the usual accepted, easily recognizable speech of native adult members of a speech community
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
- language
- oral communication
- speech
- speech communication
- spoken communication
- spoken language
- voice communication
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Teachers often discourage non-standard speech in formal writing assignments."
"Certain dialects utilize non-standard speech patterns."
"The use of non-standard speech may be a sign of informal communication."
"Many linguists study the different aspects of non-standard speech."
"People who speak non-standard speech may face prejudice or discrimination."