In blogging, the languages you use
are more than just tools — they’re deeply personal. Language is emotional,
cultural, and reflective of who you are. Understanding your relationship with
the languages you speak can enrich your voice and expand your reach as a
blogger.
Broadly, bloggers can be
categorized into one of three types of multilingualism, although many exist
somewhere in between. So, which one are you?
1. Dominant – Vehicular
Your mother tongue is a dominant
language (official or widely recognized), and your second is a vehicular
language — one used to bridge communication across cultures.
Example: French as a mother
tongue, and International English for global reach.
2. Dominant – Dominant
You’re fluent in several major
languages. These might include a common vehicular language too.
Example: A Punjabi speaker also
fluent in Hindi and Urdu, or a German speaker using English and French.
3. Minor – Dominant
You grew up speaking a minority or
minoritized language — one that's rare, regional, or historically marginalized.
Your dominant language, often used for blogging, may have entered your life
through colonization or acculturation.
Example: A speaker of a tribal
dialect who blogs in English or Hindi.
No matter your type, your
linguistic mix adds unique richness to your blog. Embrace it — your voice is
your superpower.
I'm wondering where I belong in that classification.
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