Explanation
A legal claim to use and transmit a language in education, administration, courts or public life. Translates linguistic belonging into enforceable participation and makes intelligibility a matter of equality and dignity.
Example
A court provides interpretation so that understanding does not depend on command of the dominant language.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Menschenrechte; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Translates linguistic belonging into enforceable participation and makes intelligibility a matter of equality and dignity.
Resonance
Translates linguistic belonging into enforceable participation and makes intelligibility a matter of equality and dignity.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Language rights“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP6-0003. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP6-0003The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.