monoglotism

[US]//mɒˈnɒɡ.lə.tɪz.əm//
[UK]//məˈnɑːɡ.lə.tɪz.əm//

Translation

n.the condition or practice of speaking or using only one language; monolingualism; an individual or community’s exclusive use of a single language, especially in contrast to bilingualism or multilingualism; the state of being monoglot; ability limited to one language

Phrases & Collocations

cultural monoglotism

linguistic monoglotism

monoglotism persists

monoglotism dominates

avoid monoglotism

reducing monoglotism

monoglotism reduced

monoglotisms spread

monoglotism increasing

challenging monoglotism

Example Sentences

linguistic monoglotism remains prevalent in many english-speaking nations.

critics argue that institutional monoglotism limits cognitive development in students.

the study explores the relationship between cultural isolation and monoglotism.

historically, monoglotism was enforced to ensure national unity.

rising monoglotism in younger generations worries language preservation experts.

the report highlights the economic disadvantages of workplace monoglotism.

encouraging monoglotism is rarely seen as a progressive educational strategy.

geographic isolation often contributes to the persistence of monoglotism.

she challenged the monoglotism of the curriculum by introducing foreign literature.

social monoglotism can create barriers for immigrants seeking integration.

the decline of bilingualism implies a return to monoglotism.

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