hyperforeignism Meaning & Definition
What Does Hyperforeignism Mean?
Hyperforeignism is a noun that means The use of a sound or form that is perceived as foreign in a context where a native sound or form would be more correct based on the original language of a given loanword. It can also mean The misapplication of foreign pronunciation or usage more broadly; approximation that is misapprehensive or pedantic; use of a foreign form that is not in common use.
Hyperforeignism Definition (Noun)
- The use of a sound or form that is perceived as foreign in a context where a native sound or form would be more correct based on the original language of a given loanword.
When he wrote that he was going to “Hämbürg”, it was considered a hyperforeignism because the German form is “Hamburg”.
- The misapplication of foreign pronunciation or usage more broadly; approximation that is misapprehensive or pedantic; use of a foreign form that is not in common use.
When she talked about the beautiful “freschi”, this was considered a hyperforeignism because in English the plural form “frescoes” is used.
Synonyms of Hyperforeignism
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Hyperforeignism synonyms and antonyms →Hyperforeignism in a Sentence
When he wrote that he was going to “Hämbürg”, it was considered a hyperforeignism because the German form is “Hamburg”.
Although most hyperforeignisms are accidental, there are some intentional ones, such as Target being humorously called "Tarjay."
When she talked about the beautiful “freschi”, this was considered a hyperforeignism because in English the plural form “frescoes” is used.
Word Forms & Grammar
hyperforeignism (countable and uncountable, plural hyperforeignisms)
Origin of Hyperforeignism
From hyperforeign + -ism. First use appears c. 1982.