Appalachian Dialect Words
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In Appalachian dialect, what does 'holler' refer to?
About Appalachian Dialect Words
Appalachian Dialect Words is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Explore the rich and historic dialect of the Appalachian Mountain region! A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. In Appalachian dialect, what does 'holler' refer to?
Answer: A small valley between mountains
2. What does 'poke' mean in traditional Appalachian English?
Answer: A bag or sack
3. In Appalachian dialect, what does 'sigogglin' mean?
Answer: Crooked, leaning, or off-center
4. What does 'airish' mean in Appalachian English?
Answer: Cool or breezy weather
5. In Appalachian dialect, what is a 'mess' of greens?
Answer: A serving or enough for a meal
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