The Sociolinguistics of Hong Kong and the Space for Hong Kong English.

Bolton, Kingsley

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Publication Date: 2000

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The Sociolinguistics of Hong Kong and the Space for Hong Kong English.

Bolton, Kingsley

World Englishes, v19 n3 p265-85 2000

Surveys the sociolinguistic background to the recognition of Hong Kong English and considers the arguments in favor of a paradigm shift in approaches to these issues. Reviews the history of English in Hong Kong and language planning and language policies in the late colonial period. Makes the case for recognition of Hong Kong English with reference to the creativity of the variety. (Author/VWL)

Descriptors: Colonialism, Creativity, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Language Planning, Language Variation, Public Policy, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Sociolinguistics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Hong Kong

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