The International Dialects of English Archive maps accent and dialect samples, with recordings from speakers around the world.

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About DialectArchive

DialectArchive hosts the Global Map of the International Dialects of English Archive. Users select samples from the map to hear speakers use their native dialect or accent of English, including American dialects, English dialects, French, German, and Spanish accents, and more.

The map can be zoomed and viewed in full screen, and a gray cross marks locations with multiple samples.

Key features

  • Map of English accent and dialect audio samples worldwide
  • Click or tap map markers to select recordings
  • Includes American, English, French, German, and Spanish accent samples
  • Zoom with plus/minus controls or double-click
  • Full-screen map view option
  • Gray cross indicates locations with multiple samples
Best for: Listeners who want to hear examples of English accents and dialects from different places.
Good for
  • Samples cover accents and dialects from around the world
  • Includes American, English, French, German, and Spanish accent samples
  • Interactive map with zoom and full-screen viewing
Watch out for
  • Map sections may appear grayed out and require refreshing the page

DialectArchive at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
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Platforms
Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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DialectArchive FAQ

How do I play a sample from the map?
Click or tap a sample, then select the title from the window that appears. To close that window, click another sample or any point on the map.
How do I zoom the map?
Click the plus/minus symbols in the upper left or double-click any point on the map.
What does a gray cross mean?
It indicates a location with multiple samples.
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