covert prestige

Questions

What does covert prestige mean?

Prestige acquired in a community by using a non-standard language variety, such as a working-class dialect.

How to pronounce covert prestige

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “covert prestige”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “covert prestige” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.