african-american-vernacular-english

3 года назад

This video explores the use of "ain't" in African American Vernacular English (AAVE). The speaker explains the grammatical rules and nuances of using "ain't" in AAVE, contrasting it with standard English usage. The video also features a humorous skit showcasing the use of "ain't" in a real-life conversation.

3 года назад

This video explores the meaning of the word "up" in African American Vernacular English (AAVE). The speaker, Ek, argues that "up" can indicate familiarity or intimacy with a location, but also functions as a directional indicator. The video uses examples of conversations to illustrate the different ways "up" is used in AAVE.