C1
patois
/ˈpætwɑː/
noun
patois
Also
gwara(f)dialekt(m)
Definition
The dialect of the common people of a region, differing in various respects from the standard language of the country.
Examples
She spoke in a local patois that was difficult for outsiders to understand.
Mówiła lokalnym patois, który był trudny do zrozumienia dla obcych.
The islanders often communicate in their unique patois, preserving their cultural identity.
Mieszkańcy wyspy często komunikują się w swoim unikalnym dialekcie, zachowując swoją tożsamość kulturową.
Synonyms
Collocations
local patoisCreole patoisspeak patois
Discover more words
This word is part of a curated base of over 5,000 English words with Polish translations, IPA pronunciation, definitions, and examples. Find it on today's puzzle board!
Swipe to trace the word
C
F
M
V
W
S
T
W
E
O
I
V
P
A
T
L