Eye dialect

Eye dialect is a writing style that tries to show how people actually speak in certain regions or with certain accents. It recreates the way some people talk by changing the spelling of certain words to match the way they sound when spoken. This makes it easier for readers to understand the character's accent or dialect.

For example, some people may say "ain't" instead of "isn't" or "aren't" in certain parts of the United States. To show this in writing, an author might spell the sentence like this: "I ain't gonna do that." Some writers might also use other techniques, like spelling words phonetically, to capture the way particular groups of people speak.

This type of writing can be useful in books, movies, and plays. It can help readers or viewers understand the characters better and get a sense of their background or where they come from. However, it's important to remember that eye dialect can also perpetuate stereotypes and be offensive if it's overused or not done carefully.