Posts by tag: environmental influence
Jul 30, 2023
Casper Hawthorne
Are accents completely environmental or partially genetic?
Well folks, here's a fun topic to noodle over - are accents purely a product of our environment or do our genes play a sly role too? After deep diving into this, it's clear that accents are largely shaped by our surroundings. You know, like how you start saying 'y'all' after a week in Texas! However, scientists do suggest that our genetic makeup might subtly influence our speech motor control. So, maybe your Southern drawl isn't just because of that cowboy hat you can't stop wearing! But hey, more research is needed to fully understand this fascinating interplay.