Category: Culture

  • hohchi leit

    hohchi leit

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    What does the Pennsylvania Dutch word hohchi leit mean? hohchi leit (noun) = people who are not of a Deitsh culture or background. Opposite of Deitshi leit. What does hohchi leit not mean? This is not a negative term. The person is not talking down about the other person. It is simply a way to…

  • What is the Pennsylvania Dutch Language?

    What is the Pennsylvania Dutch Language?

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    Pennsylvania Dutch is a unique language that’s a blend of several other languages. Pennsylvania Dutch is spoken in areas of The United States and Canada. The Pennsylvania Dutch language goes by a variety of names—depending on who you ask. đź’ˇ Since many native speakers do not have a need to name their own language, the…

  • Daviess County, Indiana

    Daviess County, Indiana

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    If 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.