Understand the Causes and Consequences
Linguistic prejudice occurs when a person is judged or discriminated against based on the way they speak, considering certain ways of speaking as "wrong" or "inferior". This type of prejudice manifests itself in various ways, such as the use of words or expressions that do not follow the standard norm of the language. For example, the use of "a gente" instead of "nós" can be the target of criticism, even though it is a legitimate variation.
This phenomenon has several causes, including historical, social and cultural factors, which value one linguistic standard and marginalize others. People who speak regional dialects or non-standard variants, such as the northeastern accent or languages of peripheral communities, are the most affected. Linguistic prejudice is often associated with the standard norm, the form of language used in formal and educational contexts.
In Brazil, linguistic prejudice is widespread due to the country's linguistic diversity, with differences in speech in different regions. Although it is not considered a crime, linguistic prejudice can lead to serious consequences, such as social exclusion and difficulty in accessing opportunities.
To combat this discrimination, it is essential to promote language education that values all forms of speech.
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