Many languages have two forms; the
standard and then a variation of colloquialism, dialect and slang which
is indigenous to specific regions and groups of people. In the Bahamas,
though we speak English, we have our own dialect and colloquialism that
we as a people recognize as part of our Bahamian culture. Our unique
accent and phrasing is what makes our speech colorful and expressive.
Dialect is an important part of culture; it connects us and creates
a feeling of familiarity.

 

What we do have to keep in mind is
dialect is defined as

nonstandard  spoken language, which
indicates it is not best suited for the workplace. For example if you
go to the beach in a pair of cut off shorts no one would think...