Sweat

by Zora Neale Hurston

Sweat: Dialect 1 key example

Dialect
Explanation and Analysis—African American English:

The dialect in "Sweat" is African American English vernacular. Dialect is used to create a sense of geographical place, and to represent the characters' race and personality. The story is set in a small town in Florida, and the use of dialect helps to paint a picture of both the town and its residents. The dialect also helps to create a sense of community among the characters, as they all share a common cadence and manner of speaking.