Explanation
Public debate over whether borrowed words enrich, serve, fashion or threaten a language. Shows that judgements about words are often judgements about belonging, power, modernity and cultural boundaries.
Example
The evaluation of an anglicism concerns not only intelligibility but also an image of the speech community.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Lehnwort; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Shows that judgements about words are often judgements about belonging, power, modernity and cultural boundaries.
Resonance
Shows that judgements about words are often judgements about belonging, power, modernity and cultural boundaries.
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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Debate about loanwords“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP4-0005. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP4-0005The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.