bilingualism
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- noun
- /ˌbaɪˈlɪŋɡwəlˌɪzəm/
:
bilingüismo
- But our Canadian education system does not sufficiently promote bilingualism via any second language.
- bilingualism and language
- official bilingualism
- cultural bilingualism
Examples
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In other words, bilingualism is not a categorical measurement; rather, there are degrees of bilingualism.
Academic text (2015) -
In short, Brenner's grasp of Mexico and her bilingualism prepared her to translate for publication three distinguished Mexican novels.
Academic text (1990) -
However, the tide may be turning against the proponents of bilingualism.
Academic text (2002) -
Our schools are attempting to respond with heavy doses of bilingualism and multiculturalism.
Academic text (1995) -
The cognitive and neurological benefits of bilingualism also extend into older adulthood.
Blog text (22) -
Beyond differences in neuronal activation, bilingualism seems to affect the brain's structure as well.
Blog text (22) -
All this interaction suggests, at the least, individual bilingualism among Tonkawa and Lipan peoples.
Academic text (1999) -
The findings of the children's change in vocabulary may also relate to L2 research in adult bilingualism.
Academic text (2014) -
The education system promotes bilingualism to support students who speak different languages at home.
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In many communities, bilingualism is an asset that enhances job opportunities.
Synonyms
Being able to use two languages well
Antonyms
How Bilingual
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Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Bilingualism comes from bi- meaning 'two' and lingua meaning 'tongue' or 'language', so it literally says knowing 'two tongues'. That's why bilingualism means the ability to speak and understand two languages.