16. Guest "369kodachi" and the gap of Hiroshima-ben as seen by outsiders
In the 16th episode of "Somarinsanna," a podcast dedicated to reclaiming the soul of Hiroshima, host Yamamoto and guest 369kodachi discuss the unique sound of Hiroshima-ben from the perspective of someone from another prefecture. Sharing the viewpoint of 369kodachi, who moved from Tokyo to Hiroshima four years ago, they talk about the humor and challenges of encountering the local dialect in everyday life.
Experience the Hiroshima-ben from the perspective of an immigrant.
After moving from Tokyo to Hiroshima, 369kodachi has gradually been "dyed" by the local dialect. They delve into the usability of phrases like "eekee" and "chaichai" that fly around in daily conversation, as well as the unique nuances felt the moment they are heard. The real-life sensations of how interpreting the emotions behind words changes when filtered through a dialect will resonate with listeners.
The subtle reactions to certain phrases are a hot topic.
In the middle of the episode, the conversation heats up with an anecdote about being uncertain whether a remark from someone else was intended as kindness or a warning. The exchange between host Yamamoto and 369kodachi regarding the exquisite line between the inherent warmth of a dialect and how it can sometimes sound cold is quite impressive. Please listen to the full episode to find out what kind of topics unfold from here.
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