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    How does the pronunciation of the following words differ in the varieties: "milk" in RP vs. London English, "cup" in Northern English vs RP and "cod" in GA vs New York City English?

    Question #111064. Asked by synlar. (Nov 26 09 9:37 AM)


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    		'Cup' in RP is nearer to 'cap' (as Northerners hear it), while in t'North it's a much shorter sound. RP 'cup' is said with a slight widening of the mouth, Northern with a narrowing. Bear in mind that Northern English isn't one thing. Lancashire differs from Yorkshire, Geordie differs again, and Scouse is yet different still. (RP of 'cap' tends towards 'kep'.) Source: experience....)

    Nov 26 09, 2:42 PM

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