cajun traditions: "Mais oui! How you dun pronounce dat word, Mike?" - Speak Cajun Like A Native!
- 05/13/11 11:23 AM
"Mais oui! [may wee] How you dun pronounce dat word, Mike?" So you want to Speak Cajun like a native. I consider myself blessed to have been born in Louisiana. The French influence is abundant and self-evident. We possess a distinctive culture, a rare outlook on life, and truly unique words and vocabulary. If you're not a native, it can be a bit daunting. Adapting to the Acadian way of life may require a slight adjustment. It's not uncommon for new residents and visitors to mispronounce, and perhaps even misunderstand, the terms and words locals use. My blog, "Mais oui! [may wee] How … (7 comments)
cajun traditions: LeJeune Cove Mardi Gras Courir - Acadia Parish, Louisiana
- 03/07/11 06:56 AM
Mardi Gras - Cajun Style The call arrived late Thursday afternoon. It was my close friend Steve. "Mike, I want you to join me on the Lejeune Cove Courir this Saturday. We've talked several times about having you make the run and I really want you to participate. Besides, Tamra (Steve's wife) is already at work making your costume."Who could turn down such an invitation? As I hung up the phone I realized I knew very little about the custom of begging or the art of chasing chickens. And as I don't speak French, I figured I had best brush … (3 comments)
"Mais oui! [may wee] How you dun pronounce dat word, Mike?" So you want to Speak Cajun like a native.
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