Linguistics as a reflection of the generation
Those of us who speak a minority language are testimonies of a fascinating phenomenon: the language is a living organism that constantly evolves. Sometimes we are trapped in an idea that linguistic change is a stagnant cycle, thinking that new generations will not be able to retain the richness of what we have learned. However, the truth is that the language is transformed with us, witnessing our experiences and experiences.
Remembering moments: the nostalgia of video tapes
Meetings with childhood friends, revising video horses and plays, lead us to a deep reflection on our linguistic evolution. Those memories, which seem so distant, remind us that the language we used has transformed, leaving us a strange feeling of loss. Now, with the perspective of time, we are aware that our linguistic roots have blurred, revealing a more complex panorama than it appeared to be.
The paradox of linguistic normality
What we considered normal has become a mirage. The language we inherited from our ancestors, spoken fluent in our childhood, now looks like a blurred memory. The current reality confronts us with a difficult truth to accept: the use of the language has decreased, and the connection with the previous generations has been diluted. This loss is not only personal, it reflects a wider sociolinguistic change.
The impact of politicization on the language
The relationship between politics and language is undeniable. We note that those who maintain a stronger connection with the original language are often those who have found in their political identity a reason to defend it. On the contrary, Castilianization is presented as a phenomenon that may seem inevitable to some, and this feeling of resignation can deeply affect the way we perceive our language.
Cultural references and the perception of the language
The cultural references we choose influence our perception of the language. It is not just the language in which the culture we consume, but its quality and its impact on our identity, communicates. The tendency to associate colloquiality with Castilianization is worrying, as it can lead to the wrong idea that our language does not deserve to be spoken with rigor. This mentality leads us to a vicious circle that can be detrimental to our language.
Reconsidering the linguistic future
To face the degradation of the language, we must be proactive in its defense. Instead of regretting the loss of phonetic features, it is necessary to start talking about strategies to preserve them. Recognizing the minorization and working to reverse it is essential to ensure that future generations not only speak the language, but also with pride and authenticity.
Video tapes and linguistic memory
The video tapes of our childhood symbolize more than memories; They are a reflection of the linguistic transformation we have experienced. The tongue, as Josep Murgades said, does not disappear abruptly, but slowly degrades, losing its most essential features. Recognize that we speak a patois resulting from the loss forces us to find solutions and to reconnect with the richness of our linguistic heritage.
Building a sustainable linguistic future
The solution is not to create a new linguistic identity, but to recover ours. We need to undo the artifacts that have led us to a situation of vulnerability. It is time to claim our language with all its cultural and emotional background, because what we speak today can be the key to building a more inclusive and rich future in linguistic diversity.