(Mis)pronunciations of Hispanic Given Names in the U.S.: Positionalities and Discursive Strategies at Play

This qualitative study examines the indexical nature of given names and their role in self-positioning within diverse social contexts. The study centers on the pronunciation of Hispanic given names in the United States. The analysis is grounded in interviews with six young adults who recognize that...

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Main Author: Paola Enríquez Duque
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-08-01
Series:Languages
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2226-471X/8/3/199