Keyword: «cockney»

The article discusses issues relating to one of the popular dialects of the English language, discusses the issues of its occurrence, development, relevance of use in the modern world. Cockney is viewed through the cultural exchange paradigm that proves the expansion character of the English language.

This article is devoted to the London dialect «Cockney», which has a rich history and features. The article provides information about the origin of the dialect, its main features, including Cockney rhyming slang, and its role in the cultural heritage of London. The current state of Cockney usage and its future are discussed.