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Meaning of Mackem | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

/ˈmakəm/

Definitions

A native or inhabitant of Sunderland, England.
derogatory, sometimes
The dialect spoken in these areas.
A Sunderland A.F.C. supporter.

Examples

“Your article on England's regional accents confirmed that Geordie has already completely replaced the mackem-speak of Sunderland and other variants in the north-east.”

CEFR level

B1

Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

See also

MacKenzie Mackenzie bean Mackenzie River husky Mackerel mackerel bird mackerel breeze