Factors Influencing Code-Mixing - Shivani Wadhwa - Bog

In the exploration of multilingual societies, code mixing emerges as a fascinating phenomenon, reflecting the intricate interplay of various factors shaping language practices. "Factors Influencing Code Mixing" delves into this complex terrain, offering a comprehensive analysis of the diverse influences that contribute to the blending of linguistic elements from different languages within discourse.At its core, code mixing is a dynamic process influenced by a myriad of socio-cultural, cognitive, and linguistic factors. This book navigates through these influences, shedding light on how societal norms, cultural identity, and language ideologies intersect to shape language choice and usage patterns. From the linguistic strategies employed in diverse social settings to the language practices of diasporic communities, the social context emerges as a crucial determinant in understanding the forms and functions of code mixing.Moreover, "Factors Influencing Code Mixing" delves into the cognitive processes underlying language blending, revealing how bilingual and multilingual individuals navigate between linguistic systems.