language attitude

Language attitude refers to the feelings, opinions, or biases people hold about different languages or dialects. These attitudes can influence how individuals perceive and judge others based on the way they speak. For example, someone might associate a particular language with positive traits like intelligence or friendliness, or negative ones like primitiveness. These attitudes are shaped by cultural, social, and personal experiences, and they can affect communication, social interactions, and language learning. Understanding language attitudes helps us see how societal views influence language use and perceptions of different speech groups.