English Variation investigation by Ivelisse Martinez

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This segment focuses on the concept of code-switching among AAE speakers. It includes interviews and discussions that illustrate how individuals navigate different linguistic environments.

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In this video, Tiffany Haddish naturally uses African American English (AAE) while telling a personal story. You can hear features like:

Phonological change: She says “dis” instead of “this,” and “wit” instead of “with.”
Grammar/syntax: She sometimes omits the verb “to be,” like saying “she crazy” instead of “she is crazy.”
Vocabulary: She uses expressions common in AAE, like “girl” used emphatically or phrases like “you know what I’m sayin’.”

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