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Meaning of code-switch | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. To alternate between two or more languages, typically in spoken conversation.
    intransitive
  2. To change the dialect or register in which one speaks a language.
    intransitive
  3. To change from playing rugby league to rugby union or vice versa.
    intransitive

Equivalents

Deutsch switchen
Español alternar de código cambiar de código
Nederlands taalschakelen
Polski akomodować

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

code-switched code-switches code-switching codebug codebugged codebugging

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