Document Type
Honors Project
Abstract
Sociolinguistic research on Irish has predominantly examined language dynamics within either the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland, neglecting the connected experiences of language communities across both territories. Drawing on media and interview data, this paper investigates the significance of a shared 'language=identity' ideology. The results reveal that despite most Irish identifying individuals operating within this framework, diverse controversies regarding attitudes towards language legitimacy, speaker agency, and perceived 'usefulness' affect native and new speaker language use and motivation. These findings underscore the need for language reclamation and revitalization projects to address language ideologies and attitudes.
Recommended Citation
Newhall, Skyler D., "Gaeilge in Éirinn: Irish Language Ideologies and Attitudes in a Divided Island Nation" (2024). Linguistics Honors Projects. 15.
https://digitalcommons.macalester.edu/ling_honors/15
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