#bilingualism — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #bilingualism, aggregated by home.social.
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Happy Official Languages Day! 🇨🇦
2 official languages, 1 country, and roughly 67 ways to apologize in both.
Here’s to English and French not competing for the mic, but sharing it, in harmony, ideally with subtitles.
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Happy Official Languages Day! 🇨🇦
2 official languages, 1 country, and roughly 67 ways to apologize in both.
Here’s to English and French not competing for the mic, but sharing it, in harmony, ideally with subtitles.
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Happy Official Languages Day! 🇨🇦
2 official languages, 1 country, and roughly 67 ways to apologize in both.
Here’s to English and French not competing for the mic, but sharing it, in harmony, ideally with subtitles.
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Happy Official Languages Day! 🇨🇦
2 official languages, 1 country, and roughly 67 ways to apologize in both.
Here’s to English and French not competing for the mic, but sharing it, in harmony, ideally with subtitles.
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Happy Official Languages Day! 🇨🇦
2 official languages, 1 country, and roughly 67 ways to apologize in both.
Here’s to English and French not competing for the mic, but sharing it, in harmony, ideally with subtitles.
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In Canada one way we do bilingual signage is just to overlap the common bits. For example, there might be a street named “Smith Street” in English or “Rue Smith” in French, so the street sign will say “Rue Smith Street”.
I’ve been waiting for some builder with a sense of humour to make a “Rue McClanahan Street” or a “Rue The Day Street”.
The other one that amuses me is Shower Gel, or “Gel Douche” in French. Because it sounds like the labels on the bottle are insulting you. “What’s in this bottle?” “Shower Gel, DOUCHE”
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In Canada one way we do bilingual signage is just to overlap the common bits. For example, there might be a street named “Smith Street” in English or “Rue Smith” in French, so the street sign will say “Rue Smith Street”.
I’ve been waiting for some builder with a sense of humour to make a “Rue McClanahan Street” or a “Rue The Day Street”.
The other one that amuses me is Shower Gel, or “Gel Douche” in French. Because it sounds like the labels on the bottle are insulting you. “What’s in this bottle?” “Shower Gel, DOUCHE”
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In Canada one way we do bilingual signage is just to overlap the common bits. For example, there might be a street named “Smith Street” in English or “Rue Smith” in French, so the street sign will say “Rue Smith Street”.
I’ve been waiting for some builder with a sense of humour to make a “Rue McClanahan Street” or a “Rue The Day Street”.
The other one that amuses me is Shower Gel, or “Gel Douche” in French. Because it sounds like the labels on the bottle are insulting you. “What’s in this bottle?” “Shower Gel, DOUCHE”
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In Canada one way we do bilingual signage is just to overlap the common bits. For example, there might be a street named “Smith Street” in English or “Rue Smith” in French, so the street sign will say “Rue Smith Street”.
I’ve been waiting for some builder with a sense of humour to make a “Rue McClanahan Street” or a “Rue The Day Street”.
The other one that amuses me is Shower Gel, or “Gel Douche” in French. Because it sounds like the labels on the bottle are insulting you. “What’s in this bottle?” “Shower Gel, DOUCHE”
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In Canada one way we do bilingual signage is just to overlap the common bits. For example, there might be a street named “Smith Street” in English or “Rue Smith” in French, so the street sign will say “Rue Smith Street”.
I’ve been waiting for some builder with a sense of humour to make a “Rue McClanahan Street” or a “Rue The Day Street”.
The other one that amuses me is Shower Gel, or “Gel Douche” in French. Because it sounds like the labels on the bottle are insulting you. “What’s in this bottle?” “Shower Gel, DOUCHE”
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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A study conducted by an interdisciplinary research team at Philipps-Universität Marburg suggests that proficiency in a dialect positively impacts linguistic abi... https://news.osna.fm/?p=55314 | #news #bilingualism #boost #brain #dialect
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A study conducted by an interdisciplinary research team at Philipps-Universität Marburg suggests that proficiency in a dialect positively impacts linguistic abi... https://news.osna.fm/?p=55314 | #news #bilingualism #boost #brain #dialect
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A study conducted by an interdisciplinary research team at Philipps-Universität Marburg suggests that proficiency in a dialect positively impacts linguistic abi... https://news.osna.fm/?p=55314 | #news #bilingualism #boost #brain #dialect
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Learning a Second Language Is Linked to Brains That Appear Six Years Younger
https://1ban.news/bilingualism-brain-aging-fens-2026/
#1ban #bilingualism #brain #aging #fens #science -
Learning a Second Language Is Linked to Brains That Appear Six Years Younger
https://1ban.news/bilingualism-brain-aging-fens-2026/
#1ban #bilingualism #brain #aging #fens #science -
Learning a Second Language Is Linked to Brains That Appear Six Years Younger
https://1ban.news/bilingualism-brain-aging-fens-2026/
#1ban #bilingualism #brain #aging #fens #science -
Learning a Second Language Is Linked to Brains That Appear Six Years Younger
https://1ban.news/bilingualism-brain-aging-fens-2026/
#1ban #bilingualism #brain #aging #fens #science -
Learning a Second Language Is Linked to Brains That Appear Six Years Younger
https://1ban.news/bilingualism-brain-aging-fens-2026/
#1ban #bilingualism #brain #aging #fens #science -
24-Jun-2026
How do #bilingual brains navigate between #languages? Scientists discover ‘geometric neural map’ -
24-Jun-2026
How do #bilingual brains navigate between #languages? Scientists discover ‘geometric neural map’ -
24-Jun-2026
How do #bilingual brains navigate between #languages? Scientists discover ‘geometric neural map’ -
24-Jun-2026
How do #bilingual brains navigate between #languages? Scientists discover ‘geometric neural map’ -
24-Jun-2026
How do #bilingual brains navigate between #languages? Scientists discover ‘geometric neural map’ -
The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
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OUTGOING GOVERNOR GENERAL SAYS FRENCH CRITICISMS UNFAIR
Canada's outgoing Governor General Mary Simon states that criticism about her French language skills was not fair. She shares her final thoughts as her term ends.
#MarySimon, #GovernorGeneral, #Canada, #FrenchLanguage, #Bilingualism
https://newsletter.tf/mary-simon-says-french-language-criticism-unfair/
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Canada's Governor General Mary Simon has spoken out, saying the focus on her French language skills was unfair. This comes as her term ends.
#MarySimon, #GovernorGeneral, #Canada, #FrenchLanguage, #Bilingualism
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New Brunswick sociologist weighs in on Official Languages Act revision process
https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://globalnews.ca/news/11860661/new-brunswick-bilingualism-act-review/
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AI-Translation: Opportunity or Danger for Multilingual Families?
If a translation app can help your child understand their grandma's words, does it actually matter that they used one? I think it does — and as both a language professional and a bilingual parent, here's why the difference between understanding language and truly feeling it is everything. -
AI-Translation: Opportunity or Danger for Multilingual Families?
If a translation app can help your child understand their grandma's words, does it actually matter that they used one? I think it does — and as both a language professional and a bilingual parent, here's why the difference between understanding language and truly feeling it is everything. -
AI-Translation: Opportunity or Danger for Multilingual Families?
If a translation app can help your child understand their grandma's words, does it actually matter that they used one? I think it does — and as both a language professional and a bilingual parent, here's why the difference between understanding language and truly feeling it is everything. -
AI-Translation: Opportunity or Danger for Multilingual Families?
If a translation app can help your child understand their grandma's words, does it actually matter that they used one? I think it does — and as both a language professional and a bilingual parent, here's why the difference between understanding language and truly feeling it is everything. -
AI-Translation: Opportunity or Danger for Multilingual Families?
If a translation app can help your child understand their grandma's words, does it actually matter that they used one? I think it does — and as both a language professional and a bilingual parent, here's why the difference between understanding language and truly feeling it is everything. -
Arizona Luminaria: Arizona teen builds website to help families find dual-language schools. “Meaning ‘navigator’ in English, the site supports families with questions about dual-language programs and details the model used. Its features include a school finder based on zip codes, state letter grades and shows whether buses are available to and from school.”
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/03/23/arizona-luminaria-arizona-teen-builds-website-to-help-families-find-dual-language-schools/ -
Arizona Luminaria: Arizona teen builds website to help families find dual-language schools. “Meaning ‘navigator’ in English, the site supports families with questions about dual-language programs and details the model used. Its features include a school finder based on zip codes, state letter grades and shows whether buses are available to and from school.”
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/03/23/arizona-luminaria-arizona-teen-builds-website-to-help-families-find-dual-language-schools/ -
Arizona Luminaria: Arizona teen builds website to help families find dual-language schools. “Meaning ‘navigator’ in English, the site supports families with questions about dual-language programs and details the model used. Its features include a school finder based on zip codes, state letter grades and shows whether buses are available to and from school.”
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/03/23/arizona-luminaria-arizona-teen-builds-website-to-help-families-find-dual-language-schools/ -
Arizona Luminaria: Arizona teen builds website to help families find dual-language schools. “Meaning ‘navigator’ in English, the site supports families with questions about dual-language programs and details the model used. Its features include a school finder based on zip codes, state letter grades and shows whether buses are available to and from school.”
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/03/23/arizona-luminaria-arizona-teen-builds-website-to-help-families-find-dual-language-schools/ -
Arizona Luminaria: Arizona teen builds website to help families find dual-language schools. “Meaning ‘navigator’ in English, the site supports families with questions about dual-language programs and details the model used. Its features include a school finder based on zip codes, state letter grades and shows whether buses are available to and from school.”
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/03/23/arizona-luminaria-arizona-teen-builds-website-to-help-families-find-dual-language-schools/ -
The Canadian federal government's language watchdog warns budget cuts risk eroding bilingual services
French-language rights aren’t optional — they’re core to who we are as a country
Access matters 🇨🇦✨
https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/language-watchdog-cuts-public-service-bilingualism
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The Canadian federal government's language watchdog warns budget cuts risk eroding bilingual services
French-language rights aren’t optional — they’re core to who we are as a country
Access matters 🇨🇦✨
https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/language-watchdog-cuts-public-service-bilingualism
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The Canadian federal government's language watchdog warns budget cuts risk eroding bilingual services
French-language rights aren’t optional — they’re core to who we are as a country
Access matters 🇨🇦✨
https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/language-watchdog-cuts-public-service-bilingualism
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The Canadian federal government's language watchdog warns budget cuts risk eroding bilingual services
French-language rights aren’t optional — they’re core to who we are as a country
Access matters 🇨🇦✨
https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/language-watchdog-cuts-public-service-bilingualism
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Of course, the CAQ will find a way to ignore this!
#Bilingual teenagers in Montréal exhibit writing skills on par with their #French #unilingual peers... https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/bilingual-teenagers-montreal-exhibit-writing-skills-par-their-french-unilingual-peers-new-research-368460 #francization #francizationfascism #bilingualism #bilingualismisnotadirtyword #polQC #QCpoli #CAQASTROPHE
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Of course, the CAQ will find a way to ignore this!
#Bilingual teenagers in Montréal exhibit writing skills on par with their #French #unilingual peers... https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/bilingual-teenagers-montreal-exhibit-writing-skills-par-their-french-unilingual-peers-new-research-368460 #francization #francizationfascism #bilingualism #bilingualismisnotadirtyword #polQC #QCpoli #CAQASTROPHE
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Of course, the CAQ will find a way to ignore this!
#Bilingual teenagers in Montréal exhibit writing skills on par with their #French #unilingual peers... https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/bilingual-teenagers-montreal-exhibit-writing-skills-par-their-french-unilingual-peers-new-research-368460 #francization #francizationfascism #bilingualism #bilingualismisnotadirtyword #polQC #QCpoli #CAQASTROPHE
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Of course, the CAQ will find a way to ignore this!
#Bilingual teenagers in Montréal exhibit writing skills on par with their #French #unilingual peers... https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/bilingual-teenagers-montreal-exhibit-writing-skills-par-their-french-unilingual-peers-new-research-368460 #francization #francizationfascism #bilingualism #bilingualismisnotadirtyword #polQC #QCpoli #CAQASTROPHE
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Of course, the CAQ will find a way to ignore this!
#Bilingual teenagers in Montréal exhibit writing skills on par with their #French #unilingual peers... https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/bilingual-teenagers-montreal-exhibit-writing-skills-par-their-french-unilingual-peers-new-research-368460 #francization #francizationfascism #bilingualism #bilingualismisnotadirtyword #polQC #QCpoli #CAQASTROPHE
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A new study from DCAL and UCL by Evelyne Mercure et al. shows that hearing children of deaf mothers develop both sign and spoken language in dynamic, flexible ways.
It’s time to see bimodal bilingualism as something positive and adaptive – an enriching expression of human communication.
🔗 https://cambridge.org/core/journals/bilingualism-language-and-cognition/article/BB899E0B4FCB32AE0DEF5D160F2EA4AA
#DeafResearch #LanguageDevelopment #Bilingualism #CODA #BSL -
A new study from DCAL and UCL by Evelyne Mercure et al. shows that hearing children of deaf mothers develop both sign and spoken language in dynamic, flexible ways.
It’s time to see bimodal bilingualism as something positive and adaptive – an enriching expression of human communication.
🔗 https://cambridge.org/core/journals/bilingualism-language-and-cognition/article/BB899E0B4FCB32AE0DEF5D160F2EA4AA
#DeafResearch #LanguageDevelopment #Bilingualism #CODA #BSL -
My Big Idea About The Word “BIG”: Bilingualism, borrowing, and the trouble with F and W open.substack.com/pub/neilshoo... #bilingualism #history #languagecontact #secondlanguage #english #welsh #history #middleenglish #middlewelsh #borrowing #lenition
My Big Idea About The Word “BI... -
The Official Languages Act: Bilingualism in Canada 🗣️🇨🇦
On July 7, 1969, Canada's Official Languages Act was enacted, granting French and English equal status. The Act reflects Canada's commitment to its dual linguistic heritage and its efforts to foster inclusivity and understanding between English and French-speaking communities. 🇨🇦 #Canada #OfficialLanguagesAct #Bilingualism #CanadianHistory
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_Languages_Act_(Canada)
