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December 19, 2025Journal of Language ContactOpen Access

French Influence on West Flemish

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BJB. Jacobs

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Article uncovers the role of French in the formation of plural pronouns in West Flemish, suggesting contact with Caribbean creoles.

Key Points

  • This article investigates the etymology of West Flemish composite plural pronouns and their connection to French influence.
  • Analyzed the structure of West Flemish composite plural pronouns
  • Compared forms with Belgian French pronouns
  • Considered alternative etymologies based on existing literature
  • Identified influences from Belgian French on West Flemish pronouns
  • Proposed a new etymology involving the French term nous
  • Highlighted the significance of contact between Dutch and French languages

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B. Jacobs (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69449a922f0218eca9508665https://doi.org/10.1163/19552629-bja10109
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