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The Geordie Accent – I’m British But Am Still A Geordie

It must be pointed out that like any other people who talk with an accent, many Geordies are very capable at speaking the “Queens” English should the occasion arise, however, perhaps this is no longer required after a recent poll found that the Geordie accent is the most trusted accent in the UK.

The following short video clips perfectly capture the essence of  the Geordie accent compared to so called “Proper English”.


Even the great linguist Stephen Fry is confused by the Geordie Accent

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