Bidialectalism

/ˌbaɪdaɪəˈlɛktəlɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The practice or ability to use two different dialects within the same language.

Etymology

From 'bidialectal' + '-ism,' creating a noun for the linguistic practice and movement.

Kelly Says

Bidialectalism is a real educational approach—teaching students to be fluent in both their home dialect and standard forms, rather than forcing them to abandon their native speech.

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