noun
bilingualism
Refers to the ability to use two languages, or the state of a society where two languages are used. Often used in academic or sociolinguistic contexts.
カナダではバイリンガリズムが公用語政策の基盤となっている。
In Canada, bilingualism is the foundation of the official language policy.
幼少期からのバイリンガリズムは
It is said that bilingualism from early childhood has a positive effect on cognitive development.