Explanation
Continued transmission and use of a language despite pressure from more dominant languages. Shifts attention from preserving an object to enabling living relations among generations, places and situations.
Example
Families, schools and media create new situations in which children actually use the language.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Moribunde Sprache; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Shifts attention from preserving an object to enabling living relations among generations, places and situations.
Resonance
Shifts attention from preserving an object to enabling living relations among generations, places and situations.
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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Language maintenance“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP6-0004. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP6-0004The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.