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Rhode Island’s Hidden Linguistic Tapestry | Providence News
Rhode Island’s tiny footprint hides a linguistic powerhouse—over 100 languages thrive here, making Providence the 21st most diverse city in the U.S. A new URI lab is mapping this vibrant mix through translanguaging, where people fluidly blend languages like English, Spanish, and more in daily life. From street signs reflecting Dominican or Guatemalan Spanish to natural code-switching, it’s a living portrait of identity. The project turns data into stories and visuals, fueling advocacy for bilingual education and supporting the new SABE Act. Thanks to its coastal location and immigrant…
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