What is the French called in Louisiana?
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What is the French called in Louisiana?
The word Cajun popped up in the 19th century to describe the Acadian people of Louisiana. The Acadians were descendants of the French Canadians who were settling in southern Louisiana and the Lafayette region of the state. They spoke a form of the French language and today, the Cajun language is still prevalent.
Does Louisiana have French?
As of today Louisiana French is primarily used in the U.S. state of Louisiana, specifically in the southern parishes….
| Louisiana French | |
|---|---|
| Native speakers | 150,000 to 200,000 (2012) |
| Language family | Indo-European Italic Romance Western Gallo-Romance Oïl French Louisiana French |
Why is Louisiana French speaking?
Louisiana French is the legacy of early settlers and later arrivals, among them the Acadians, 18th-century exiles from eastern Canada who became known as Cajuns. But the language was nearly smothered in the 20th century by laws and customs that encouraged assimilation with the Anglophone world.
Where does the “r” sound come from in French?
The French “R” sound can also be found in the Arabic kh and is similar to the German ch found in the middle of words like machen (to do/to make). Even English has a sound that’s quite close to the French “R!” It’s similar to the sound at the end of the Scottish name Loch as in the Lochness Monster.
What is the approximation method for the French “r” sound?
With the Approximation Method, you can “borrow” the French “R” from other languages that have similar sounds! This is because the French “R” sound is very similar to the guttural sound (sounds produced in the throat) found in other languages.
What is the most common dialect of French?
Standard French is what’s heard in the media and most major cities. It’s also the most commonly taught dialect of French. In Northern France, however, the “R” sound is pronounced much lower in the throat, almost where the English “h” sound or Spanish “j” sound is.
Is there a glossary for Cajun French at LSU?
Therefore, in response to our students’ expressed need for a basic vocabulary resource, we are in the process of building a glossary based upon the units covered in Cajun French 1201, 1202, 2201, 2202, 2254 and 3280 at LSU. We have tried to make the entries and explanations as clear and straightforward as possible.