Our Impact

Our Mission in Action

At Talk Like a Local, we're dedicated to preserving the rich tapestry of linguistic diversity across the United States. Each pronunciation we document helps maintain the authentic character of local communities and indigenous cultures, ensuring that this valuable heritage is passed on to future generations.

In addition to local terms, we strive to preserve endangered languages and cultural terms, providing a resource for education and awareness. By including these terms, we aim to honor and protect the rich linguistic heritage of traditionally underserved cultures across the U.S.

Why This Matters

Every region and culture has its own way of speaking, and these unique pronunciations are part of what makes each community special. By documenting and sharing these variations, we help:

• Preserve local dialects and cultural pronunciations for future generations
• Help visitors connect more authentically with local communities
• Celebrate the linguistic diversity of the United States
• Support the preservation of indigenous languages and pronunciations
• Prevent the homogenization of regional speech patterns

Join Our Mission

Our database grows through the contributions of people like you. Every suggestion helps us build a more comprehensive resource for preserving local and cultural pronunciations.