# Loaded English Dialect Maps Rick Aschmann's North American English Map Debunks Accent Myths By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-05-14 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/english-dialect-map References: [visualnews](http://www.visualnews.com/2013/05/10/an-interactive-map-of-north-american-english-dialects) & [aschmann.net](http://aschmann.net/AmEng/) This [interactive English dialect map](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolearn) of North America aims to debunk accent myths in Canada and the United States. The extremely detailed map sections off parts of North America according to what dialect is spoken in each area. The dialects were chosen based on [pronunciation patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baygul-or-baggle). This map is truly educational because it uses multimedia sources to help you understand each area's dialect. Clicking on Aschmann's map leads to examples of the dialect in that location. [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quizifyai) videos or audio clips are provided to illustrate the region's accent. The explosion of colors on Aschmann's map really shows off the incredible diversity of dialects in North America. With most North American English speakers unaware of the wide array of Canadian and American accents, this map is a real eye-opener. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Regional](https://www.trendhunter.com/regional) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dialect Diversity:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop language-learning platforms and tools that cater to the specific dialects found in different regions of North America. - **Accent Awareness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create educational resources and cultural exchange programs that promote understanding and appreciation of the diverse accents and dialects within the English language. - **Multimedia Linguistics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build interactive platforms that utilize multimedia sources to enhance language learning experiences and facilitate exploration of linguistics on a global scale. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Language Learning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop language-learning platforms and tools that cater to the specific dialects found in different regions of North America. - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace diverse accents and dialects within the English language by integrating language education programs that promote accent awareness and appreciation. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interactive platforms and applications that utilize multimedia sources to enhance language learning experiences and facilitate exploration of linguistics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [English-Learning Language Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wannalisn.md) - [To-Scale Interactive Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-size-of-countries.md) - [AI Pronunciation Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accent-no-more.md) - [English Accent Coaching Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accent-coaching-app.md) - [Speech-Improving Vocal Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speech-meter.md) - [AI Pronounciation Coaches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accentra-fluent-pronunciation.md) - [English Pronunciation Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-clips.md) - [interactive Language Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/langguesser.md) - [Interactive Language Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-dictionary.md)