Heteroglossia
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CORE DEFINITION
In a novel (or society), there is no single, authoritative language, but rather a coexistence and contention of various dialects, jargons, official languages, and vernacular languages. Truth is not found in monologue, but in the dialogue and conflict of these heterogeneous languages.
SCAFFOLDING EFFECT
Reduce cognitive load
A decentralized narrative perspective. When doing branding or management, do not try to unify everyone's voice (monologue). Allow "heteroglossia" to coexist, letting official discourse collide with user memes and employee complaints; this cacophony is a sign of ecological prosperity.
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In society/text, there is no single authoritative language; dialects, jargons, official language, and vernacular language coexist and contend. Truth is not in monologue but in the dialogue and conflict of heterogeneous languages. A decentralized narrative perspective.
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- en.wikipedia.orghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heteroglossiaverified
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