Nasal Twang (Noun)
Meaning
Exaggerated nasality in speech (as in some regional dialects).
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The comedian's impression of the politician's nasal twang had the audience in stitches.
- Her nasal twang was so thick you could cut it with a knife, but it only added to her charm.
- The actor's attempt to adopt a southern drawl resulted in an over-the-top nasal twang that was more caricature than character.
- The singer's distinctive nasal twang was a hallmark of her unique vocal style.
- The regional dialect was marked by a distinctive nasal twang that was instantly recognizable to locals.