However, there are also some distinct differences, such as differences in the pronunciation of certain words that derive from entering tone syllables (syllables ending on a plosive) in Middle Chinese.

• 但是河北方言与北京方言也有一些明显的差异，比如来源于中古汉语入声字（音节以爆破音结尾）的某些词语的发音就有差异。