diglottism

/ˌdɪɡˈlɒtɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

The condition of having two languages or dialects, especially as a feature of a person’s speech or thought.

“The linguist studied diglottism in various cultural contexts.”

2. noun

The use of two languages in the same speech or text, often in a way that is not consistent or predictable.

“The politician’s diglottism caused confusion among her international audience.”

Synonyms

  • bilingualism
  • linguistic duality

Antonyms

  • homophony
  • monolingualism