multidialectalism (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌmʌltiˈdaɪlɛktəlɪzəm/
Definition
The ability to speak and understand multiple dialects of a language, often switching between them in different social contexts.
Examples
The study of multidialectalism in urban youth is a growing field in sociolinguistics.
Her multidialectalism allowed her to connect with people from various regions of the country.
Multidialectalism is common in areas where different linguistic communities interact closely.
How to Use multidialectalism
- multidialectalism in (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify the context or group where multidialectalism is observed. — "The research focused on multidialectalism in urban communities."
- multidialectalism and (collocation)
- Used to link multidialectalism with related concepts or phenomena. — "Multidialectalism and code-switching are key topics in sociolinguistics."
Synonyms of multidialectalism
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Antonyms of multidialectalism
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