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A Dialect which evolves from regional speech may also have sociolectical implications. For example, standard Italian is a dialect in that it is particular to Tuscany ; yet, being the national language of Italy, it is also a sociolect in that it carries a certain prestige from being the Lingua Franca throughout the country – both in broadcasting, in the press, and by people of high social status. SEE ALSO |
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