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Hello, friends! In this chapter, we will cover the topic of character speech, and how to write dialogue from different time periods :)
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Naturally, we used to speak very differently back in the day. I will cover different kinds of speeches from different eras and how to write them!

🌺Here are some eras of speech:🌺
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🌺Middle Ages (Medieval)
Way of speech:
During the Middle Ages, speech was often characterized by formal and elaborate expressions. People tended to use elevated language, especially in more formal settings.

Words or sayings unique to the era:

"Hark!": Listen or pay attention.
"Thou" and "thee": Informal pronouns used in addressing individuals.
"Methinks": I think or believe.
"Forsooth": Indeed or in truth.

Sentence examples:

"Hark! The time of reckoning is upon us."
"Thou art a noble soul, my friend."
"Methinks the morn brings tidings of great import."
"Forsooth, the journey ahead is fraught with peril."

🌺17th-century England (Caroline era):
Way of speech:
The 17th century in England, known as the Caroline era, saw a shift towards more refined and polished speech. It was marked by an increase in literacy and the influence of classical literature.

Words or sayings unique to the era:

"Pray, tell": Please, explain or share.
"Marry!": An exclamation of surprise or emphasis.
"Haply": Perhaps or by chance.
"In sooth": In truth or indeed.

Sentence examples:

"Pray, tell me of thy adventures in distant lands."
"Marry! That is a most curious tale thou dost spin."
"Haply, we shall meet again on the morrow."
"In sooth, thou art a scholar of great repute."

🌺Regency Era (early 19th century):

Way of speech: The Regency Era, spanning the early 19th century, was marked by elegance and formality in speech. Politeness and social etiquette were highly valued, especially among the upper class.

Words or sayings unique to the era:

"Good sir/madam": Polite address to individuals.
"Pray, allow me": Please grant me permission.
"Indeed": An affirmation or agreement.
"I daresay": I venture to say or express an opinion.

Sentence examples:

"Good sir, might I inquire about your intentions?"
"Pray, allow me to escort you to the ball."
"Indeed, the weather is most agreeable today."
"I daresay, the news of your arrival has caused quite a stir."

🌺Western/Cowboy Era (mid to late 19th century):

Way of speech: The Western or Cowboy Era of the mid to late 19th century was characterized by a more informal and rugged style of speech. The language reflected the simplicity and directness of the people living in the American frontier.

Words or sayings unique to the era:

"Howdy": A friendly greeting, short for "How do you do?"
"Yonder": Referring to a location in the distance.
"Pardner": A term of address or reference to a friend or partner.
"Druthers": Preferences or choices.

Sentence examples:

"Howdy, stranger! Welcome to these parts."
"We'll be headin' yonder to the old mine come sunrise."
"Listen up, pardner, we've got a long ride ahead."
"If I had my druthers, I'd spend the whole day fishin'."

🌺Roaring Twenties (1920s):

Way of speech: The Roaring Twenties, known for its lively and exuberant atmosphere, influenced the language of the time. The era was characterized by the jazz age, flapper culture, and significant social changes.

Words or sayings unique to the era:

"Bee's knees": An expression for something outstanding or excellent.
"Flapper": A fashionable and unconventional young woman.
"Cat's meow": Something highly stylish or impressive.
"Darb": A person or thing that is wonderful or remarkable.

Sentence examples:

"That new dance craze is the bee's knees!"
"She's a real flapper, always pushing the boundaries."
"The way he plays the trumpet is the cat's meow."
"This party is going to be a darb, I can feel it!"

🌺Working-class/informal American English (1920s-1930s)

Way of speech: During the 1920s-1930s, working-class and informal American English had a distinct flavor characterized by colloquialisms, contractions, and a straightforward, no-nonsense tone.

Words or sayings unique to the era:

"Gee": An expression of surprise or frustration.
"Borin'": Boring, uninteresting.
"Tootsie": A term of endearment or informal address to a woman.
"Gah": An expression of exasperation or annoyance.

Sentence examples:

"Gee, this job's harder than I thought."
"These tasks are nothin' but borin' routines."
You're kinda fun, tootsie!"
"Gah, can't believe I gotta do this again!"

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🌺And those are just a few examples! Of course it varies depending on location and dialect, and If you have any other ways of speech you'd like me to cover, let me know!🌺
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Thank you for reading all the way through this chapter, I hope you enjoyed it :)
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