CEFR B1

language code

noun phrase

Meaning

A language code is a sequence of characters used to identify a language in computing, especially on the internet. It is often used in website development, software localization, and data processing to ensure that content is displayed in the correct language.

Examples

  • The programmer had to add a language code to the website's header to make it accessible in multiple languages.
  • The language code for English is 'en', which is widely used in international communication.