Language And Colonization Flashcards
What is a first language?
The first language we were exposed to, the first language we understand and speak
What is a second language
Language that is not the mother tongue of the speaker, but a language for public communication
Where we can use second languages? Examples
Higher education, and administration.
Characteristic of oficial language
Officially recognized and accepted in a multilingual country as a means of public communication
What is a foreign language?
Language other than that spoken by the people of a specific place
Difference between foreign and second language
Depends on the usage of the language in that particular geographical area
Example of foreign language
Spanish is a foreign language to a person living in India
Meaning of coloniality
Colonial structures, ideologies, and power dynamics persist even after the formal end of colonial rule
Meaning of colonialism
Historical process through which powerful nations, established control over territories
Example of colonialism
economic exploitation, political dominance, and cultural assimilation
Meaning of language minorities
Minority linguistic communities whose languages are not widely spoken or recognized within a society.
Language functions
Imposition and assimilation of languages, as colonizers enforce their linguistic dominance over indigenous populations to maintain control.
Linguistic imperialism
Refers to the dominance of one language over others, often as a result of colonial expansion or global economic influence.
Example of linguistics imperialism
English, linked with colonial powers, has emerged as a universal language, contributing to the erosion of indigenous languages and the perpetuation of power imbalances between colonizers and the colonized.
How influencie the language in an identity?
Reflecting cultural ancestry, historical context, and worldview
Result of imposition of colonizers’ languages
The diminishes the linguistic and cultural identities of indigenous peoples, resulting in cultural disconnection and heritage diminishment.
Impact of the language in the identity
Language is linked to perceptions of identity and belonging, shaping how individuals view themselves and their role within society.
Meaning of language policies
Governmental or institutional strategies that regulate the use, status, and promotion of languages within a society.
What contains the English variations?
Leves, variations, classification, roles
Levels of English variation
Regional, ethnic, social
