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The decline of Maquista (Macau Creole) during the 20th century was driven by socioeconomic developments and a broader societal shift towards standard languages, although the creole currently enjoys increased prestige outside its active speaking community. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This article aims to investigate the reasons for the language shift in Macau, focusing on the decline of Maquista.

April 27, 2026Zeitschrift für romanische Philologie (ZrP)

Um language shift documentado na literatura beletrista: o multilinguismo em Macau dos séculos XX e XXI

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This article aims to investigate the reasons for the language shift in Macau, focusing on the decline of Maquista.
Analyzed macanese literature, social media, and newspaper reports to understand motivations behind language shift.
Conducted interviews with Maquista speakers and activists to validate literary portrayals.
Examined the impact of socioeconomic developments and standard language orientation on Maquista.
Confirmed that the decline of Maquista is linked to socioeconomic changes and the rise of standard languages.
Current Maquista speakers report increased prestige of their language compared to the 20th century.
Literary representations accurately reflect ongoing dynamics affecting Maquista's status.

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The article explores language shift in Macau's literature, examining socio-economic influences on Maquista decline, highlighting its modern resurgence.

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Raphael Dohardt (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69eefdd1fede9185760d482d https://doi.org/10.1515/zrp-2026-0007

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The article explores language shift in Macau's literature, examining socio-economic influences on Maquista decline, highlighting its modern resurgence.

Um language shift documentado na literatura beletrista: o multilinguismo em Macau dos séculos XX e XXI

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Um language shift documentado na literatura beletrista: o multilinguismo em Macau dos séculos XX e XXI

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