Pennsylvania Dutch Language Lesson Guides
Brief language guides & articles for learning how to use similar words in Deitsh.
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Read the whole article: Figures of Speech: Walking and Running
Pennsylvania Dutch uses some figures of speech that involve walking and running that are similar to English — how are they different?
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shpringa and shprenga
Read the whole article: shpringa and shprengaWhat’s the difference between the Deitsh words shpringa and shprenga? Both of the words shpringa and shprenga are verbs (action words) that mean to run. Shpringa verb = to run (as in movement, or to work and function) Shprenga verb…
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Daviess County, Indiana
Read the whole article: Daviess County, IndianaIf you travel to Daviess County or meet someone from here, the first thing that will stand out is their strong southern accent. But you will also notice some other differences.
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yau and yo
Read the whole article: yau and yoThere’s more that one way to say ‘yes’ in Pennsylvania Dutch. Learn how and when to use ‘yau’ and ‘yo’.
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nevlich and dufftich
Read the whole article: nevlich and dufftichBoth nevlich and dufftich are adjectives (description words) that mean foggy.
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mayna, ohgukka, da view
Read the whole article: mayna, ohgukka, da viewAll 3 words mean ‘view’ in English, but how do you use mayna, ohgukka, and da view?
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Using Genders with Inanimate Objects
Read the whole article: Using Genders with Inanimate ObjectsUsing a metaphorical gender is when you talk about an object as if it was a man or a woman.
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Grammar: This and That
Read the whole article: Grammar: This and ThatNotice how this and that are used with singular nouns and these and those are used with plural nouns.
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Grammar: Pronouns and Verbs
Read the whole article: Grammar: Pronouns and VerbsChoose different pronouns and nouns below and see how the sentence changes.
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Giving Commands
Read the whole article: Giving CommandsIn conversation, you’ll eventually need to give instructions or commands. What should you remember about verbs when giving commands?