Acculturate

/əˈkʌl.tʃə.reɪt/
verb

To adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group.

Many immigrants acculturate to the local customs over time.
Visual representation of "acculturate" - To adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group.

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acculturate to,acculturate within,acculturate into

verb

To adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group.

Many immigrants acculturate to the local customs over time.
Visual representation of "acculturate" - To adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group.

Usage tips

Neutral

acculturate to,acculturate within,acculturate into

Definition 1 of 1
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Contextual Understanding

Recognizing that 'acculturate' often implies a change in behavior and customs rather than a complete abandonment of one's own culture

For example, a person may acculturate to new social norms while still maintaining their original values.
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Cultural Sensitivity

When discussing acculturation, it's important to consider the power dynamics at play; this process can sometimes lead to a loss of original cultural identity

For instance, the acculturation experience can be different for dominant and minority cultures.
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Subtle Nuance

Acculturation is not the same as assimilation, where one culture completely replaces another; instead, it's often a blending of practices

This distinction can impact the way we view cultural exchange.
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Contextual Understanding

Recognizing that 'acculturate' often implies a change in behavior and customs rather than a complete abandonment of one's own culture

For example, a person may acculturate to new social norms while still maintaining their original values.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Sensitivity

When discussing acculturation, it's important to consider the power dynamics at play; this process can sometimes lead to a loss of original cultural identity

For instance, the acculturation experience can be different for dominant and minority cultures.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Subtle Nuance

Acculturation is not the same as assimilation, where one culture completely replaces another; instead, it's often a blending of practices

This distinction can impact the way we view cultural exchange.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Contextual Understanding

Recognizing that 'acculturate' often implies a change in behavior and customs rather than a complete abandonment of one's own culture

For example, a person may acculturate to new social norms while still maintaining their original values.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Sensitivity

When discussing acculturation, it's important to consider the power dynamics at play; this process can sometimes lead to a loss of original cultural identity

For instance, the acculturation experience can be different for dominant and minority cultures.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Subtle Nuance

Acculturation is not the same as assimilation, where one culture completely replaces another; instead, it's often a blending of practices

This distinction can impact the way we view cultural exchange.
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