What is another word for ebonics?

Pronunciation: [ɛbˈɒnɪks] (IPA)

The term "Ebonics" is often considered controversial and outdated. In recent years, alternative terms have been suggested to describe the English language spoken by African American communities. Some of these synonyms include African American English, Black English, Black Vernacular English, African American Vernacular English (AAVE) or simply Vernacular Black English. These terms acknowledge the linguistic and cultural significance of the language while also avoiding the negative connotations associated with Ebonics. It is important to recognize the unique nature of this dialect and to understand that it is not a deficient form of English, but rather a legitimate variation of the language with its own grammatical rules and structures.

Synonyms for Ebonics:

What are the hypernyms for Ebonics?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    African American English (AAE), African American Language (AAL), African-American Vernacular English (AAVE), Black English (BE).

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