The British Empire is a United Kingdom. There are obvious differences in accents in different regions, which can clearly show local characteristics and class differences. Accent, vocabulary, tone, phonology and other details can fully show a person’s origin and class. In the fifth and sixteenth centuries, if the common people appeared in the life circle of the aristocracy, they only needed to speak, and they could directly expose all their details. The lingering class gap was deeply rooted in the bones.

After a long history of development and integration, the accent of the royal family, which is now officially recognized by English scholars, actually originated in the dialects of south-central England in the 11th century. Following the pace of economic and historical development, the entire region gradually expanded towards London. , Which covers the two historic university cities of Oxford and Cambridge, so it is also called "Oxford accent."

At first, "Oxford accent" was only a dialect, but because of the prosperity and prosperity of the Windsor Dynasty, it eventually became the most representative aristocratic accent, which has been inherited to this day.

For the hereditary aristocracy, distinguishing accent is a compulsory homework since childhood; for the elite, it is a basic homework leading to a higher level. Over time, ordinary people have a more or less understanding of different accents, and gradually become an integral part of British society and culture.

As for Americans like Jimmy, English has become the lingua franca of the world because of America’s strength and prosperity; America’s neglect and contempt of cultural and historical heritage has made them refuse to learn other languages. They think this is unnecessary. Don't talk about Spanish or other languages ​​that are compulsory courses in high schools. Even the accents of different regions such as the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand have not been able to study and research systematically.

Now, in Europe, young people can speak four countries and five languages, which is only an average level. In the United States, young people who understand both languages ​​are rare.

The same is true in Hollywood. British actors can often adapt to all kinds of accents, and even accents from different parts of North America; but it is difficult for American actors to learn the English accent, but it is difficult to touch the essence, even "painting tigers and skins is difficult to paint bones." "The level of "is not up to-because the painted skins are not painted correctly, not to mention the in-depth differences in the wording and sentence formation, living habits, cultural characteristics and so on in different regions.

Jimmy was confused now, "You mean, Colin Firth is not a standard London accent?" He hugged his head and said incredulously, "Wait, wait, I've heard of it. There is also a difference between London accent and Oxford accent, right? What you are talking about is standard Oxford accent."

"In fact, this can be regarded as a little misunderstanding." Lan Li said enthusiastically, but paused again. "Are you sure you want to listen to this boring lecture now? I thought it was a talk show."

"Of course! Of course!" Jimmy nodded immediately, and the audience cheered. "What you say, everyone is very happy to listen. To be honest, if you are willing to talk nonsense in Oxford accent all day, I might too. Sit beside and listen carefully." This is ridiculing that British accents have a unique appeal to Americans——

Especially countless women are very buying.

There are even Internet jokes. In the bar, the accent is also divided into levels: British accent is the highest, American accent is second, plus accent is second, Australian accent is the last. Chris Hemsworth has been trying to correct his Australian accent because of this, but so far the effect has not been shown.

Lan Li laughed lightly, "I summarize as briefly as possible, that is, Oxford accent does exist, but after the 21st century, London has become an international city and the world's financial center, and its cultural influence is gradually increasing. Now the Oxford accent and the London accent are gradually assimilating, including the accent of southern England, the gap is getting smaller and smaller, including the queen, her expressions in official occasions are also becoming more and more popular."

"Of course, the Oxford accent still exists. Some written words, some interjections, including some unique pronunciations, we will still use them, but we are trying to keep up with the pace of the times." Lan Li completed the summary in the simplest way , Did not explain in depth in an academic way-because that is a very large system.

Jimmy was slightly stunned, "But you just said that the pronunciation of East London and West London is also different. I mean, your pronunciation is Oxford, right? Not East London or West London accent?"

"Yes, I am indeed an Oxford accent, although I am studying in Cambridge." Lanly looked at Jimmy who was confused and gave a positive answer. "As for the contemporary London accent, the East London accent is Cork. Ni, the pronunciation will be more...more approachable." Lan Li tried to explain as neutral words as possible——

This is the United States, not the United Kingdom, otherwise Renly would be more straightforward. In the British talk show, everyone will tease Cockney. Self-deprecating is a kind of humor. Even the residents of Cockney know how to make fun of their accent.

Cockney, this is a district in the east of London. It is considered to be the accent of the aboriginals of London. Later, because of the gradual southward movement of the Oxford accent, nobles occupied the west end of London, and the accent of the mainstream society also changed, which also made Cockney has gradually become the accent representative of the bottom people, commonly known as "London Earthy".

To put it simply, West London is a wealthy area, and East London is a slum area in the early years. In recent years, Indians and other immigrants have poured into London. They all chose to live in East London, which also made Cork. The accent of Nepal is getting more and more mixed, and the most important thing is that it is more street and simpler.

Although East London has now developed, and the former class antagonism between the east and the west has gradually blurred, Cockney's accent can still distinguish the texture of different parts of London. Now, London residents themselves often ridicule Cockney's accent, which can often become the highlight of talk shows.

However, to discuss the difference between Cockney, London accent and Oxford accent separately, it is necessary to use linguistics. It is bound to be very academic and very abstract, not vivid enough, and only the residents who have lived in London for a long time can understand—— Obviously, the studio in front of you does not meet such requirements.

Lan Li thought about it seriously, "In fact, about Cockney, I just happened to have a small incident before. When shooting the "Edge of Tomorrow", one day we were shooting in Trafalgar Square. At that time, Jennifer -Lawrence was walking towards the set. Two boys were sitting on the side of the road and staring at her. One of them shouted,'Oh, you, burning girl?'"

From the calling term "oh huh" to the abbreviation of omitting "predicate", this is very typical. It can be seen from the side that Cockney has broken the pattern of vowels and grammar; the most obvious detail is Cockney I like to swallow the first or last sound, where "t" stands for, such as "ge(t)-ou(t, even the vowels may be changed.

"Then another person shook his head and said,'She is not a burning girl, look at her teeth'." Lan Li used the simplest sentence to show Cockney's street feel.

If this little story is told in the UK, it will inevitably arouse empathic laughter; but in the "Jimmy Tonight Show", the audience is confused and unable to capture the essence of it.

Jimmy shook his head in confusion, "No, no, it's not your accent, no."

Lan Li nodded in agreement, and switched back to his accent, "Indeed, this is not my accent. My tutor should be supervising my pronunciation in front of the TV now. If I really speak like that, he obviously I won't be happy."

The audience at the scene finally perceives the difference and the difference, and can't help showing a suddenly realized look: they can't tell the truth, but the feelings always exist objectively.

"But I like it very much, Cockney, do you say that? It's really cute." Jimmy kept rubbing his hands, admiring again and again, and then he saw Lan Li sway his head from side to side, like a doll with his head shaking. With an expression that cannot be denied, he immediately reacted, "Oh, I'm rude, look at me, I'm really rude, I mean, your accent is more cute, I'm doing it for you now The accent is crazy."

"Please don't." Lan Li rightly refused, "I don't want Nancy to misunderstand."

Nancy-Juvonen (Nancy-Juvonen), Jimmy Fallon's wife.

It was originally Jimmy's words to ease the scene, but it turned into Lan Li's humorous burden-worthy of a slogan, Jimmy once again did not hold back the laughter, "Very good, good! This is fair! I don't want the audience either. What kind of misunderstanding occurred." The meaningful and ambiguous expression on his face made the audience laugh again.

Jimmy then said, "As usual, we will invite guests to tell a short story, but this time the cast of Interstellar is too strong, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Matt -Damon, Casey Affleck, Michael Kane, I'm not sure if there is enough time."

Having said this, Jimmy paused and looked at Lan Li with a smile on his face. Lan Li immediately said with a smile~lightnovelpub.net~ Is this a promotion for the movie? "

"Yes it is."

"Good job!"

This came and went very quickly, and then Jimmy looked at the audience again, and continued in a burst of laughter, "So we got along with a solution, we made a small game, let Lan Li and I finish here. A short story, I think it should be very interesting."

Jimmy turned to find a small card from the side, "It’s like this. First of all, I will ask for some stupid words, nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc. You give me the answers, and then I will fill in all the answers on this card. In the end, this card will become the script of our story, how about it?"

Lan Li nodded in agreement, "Okay."

"Give me a male name." Jimmy lowered his head and began to "dictate."

"Um... Nagini?" Lan Li hesitated for a moment, and a chuckle was immediately remembered at the scene, and then he met Jimmy's smiley eyes: Where did this name come from? Lan Li explained, "This is the first name in my mind."