Why Do so Many Bi- and Multilinguals Feel Different When Switching Languages?.

摘要: Is the feeling of difference experienced by many bi- and multilinguals linked to a later age onset (AoA) lower level proficiency in foreign language (LX)? This empirical study, based on qualitative quantitative data from 1005 multilinguals, suggests AoA is unrelated feelings difference. While several participants mentioned fact that limited LX made them feel different, no statistically significant relationship emerged between amount when shifting languages self-reported speaking LX, nor frequency use LX. The only independent variables be different were education level, anxiety with colleagues phone second third language, higher levels latter being stronger Some presented unique explanations, linking conscious or unco...