It's pronounced, 'Appa-latch-uh.'
Hi, I'm Carley, and I'm a proud Appalachian. Appalachia is a very specific and often misunderstood region of the South. And yes, while the Appalachian Mountains range from Newfoundland, Canada, to central Alabama, I'm talking about the five states that mostly encompass Appalachian culture—Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky.
On the surface, these comments may seem like compliments — a way of saying,"I love your accent and the dialect it represents." However, they usually come off as dissing the speaker by implying that they cannot be easily understood or that their accent is"quaint." Note: I'm not saying we are bothered by repeating words if someone cannot hear us; I'm talking about the mortifying process of being asked to repeat yourself so others can hear your adorable"accent" .This is one Appalachian myth that completely shocks me! Appalachian people are not clannish like we're shown in TV shows and movies. Appalachians are some of the friendliest and most welcoming individuals on the planet. We love meeting people and making new friends.
However, it seems as though the tide may be turning regarding Appalachian media portrayals. More positive depictions of Appalachian life and people are popping up in novels and on social media, usually written or created by Appalachians themselves.One misconception I despise is that Appalachians only eat unhealthily. Yes, we do occasionally enjoy fried chicken and melted butter on a fresh, hot slice of cornbread, but it's not a 24/7 butter and lard buffet.
What are your thoughts? Did I miss any Appalachian misconceptions? Are there any fellow Appalachians who agree or disagree with my opinions? Tell me what you think in the comments below!
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