Bilingualism and Cultural Identity

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Exploring the intricate relationship between bilingualism and a child's cultural identity, this paper highlights how cultural identification processes are influenced by language. It discusses unique scenarios involving conflicting cultures, such as Japanese-American and Arabic-Hebrew bilingualism. The author concludes that while the impact of bilingualism on cultural identity is complex and varies based on individual personality and social context, multilingualism enhances understanding in a globalized world.