Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bidialectal

Adjective

/ˌbaɪ.daɪˈlek.təl/

Definition

Relating to or characterized by the use of two dialects within a language.

Examples

As a bidialectal speaker, she effortlessly switched between the two dialects depending on her audience.
In some regions, children grow up bidialectal, learning both the standard and local dialect at home and school.
Being bidialectal can enhance one’s communication skills, making interactions more effective in diverse settings.

Meaning

A person or community that can speak and understand two different dialects of the same language, often using them in different contexts or for different purposes.