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Explore the rich and historic dialect of the Appalachian Mountain region!

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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. 1. In Appalachian dialect, what does 'holler' refer to?

    Answer: A small valley between mountains

  2. 2. What does 'poke' mean in traditional Appalachian English?

    Answer: A bag or sack

  3. 3. In Appalachian dialect, what does 'sigogglin' mean?

    Answer: Crooked, leaning, or off-center

  4. 4. What does 'airish' mean in Appalachian English?

    Answer: Cool or breezy weather

  5. 5. In Appalachian dialect, what is a 'mess' of greens?

    Answer: A serving or enough for a meal

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Appalachian Dialect Words has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.

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