About Hoi Toider, the archaic dialect still spoken on Ocracoke Island

About Hoi Toider, the archaic dialect still spoken on Ocracoke Island

On NC’s Ocracoke Island, a unique form of English called “Hoi Toider” is still spoken. Discover the history of this ancient dialect and its uncertain future. If you’re planning a trip to Ocracoke Island, you’ll probably want to pack all the classic North Carolina seaside essentials: floppy hats if the weather is sunny, cozy sweaters for a winter getaway, sunglasses, plenty of sunscreen, shoes to wear on sandy terrain, and a cooler full of snacks…