Ethnic Enclave
Definition
An ethnic enclave is a geographic area with high ethnic concentration, characteristic cultural identity, and economic activity.
Analogy
An ethnic enclave is like having a mini version of your home country within another country. Imagine walking into an area where everyone speaks your language, eats your traditional food, celebrates your holidays - it's like stepping into a little piece of home away from home!
Related terms
Chinatown (San Francisco): One example of an ethnic enclave; it's one place where Chinese culture has been preserved by Chinese Americans over generations.
Little Italy (New York City): Another example; Italian Americans have maintained their culture here over time.
Assimilation: The process by which immigrant groups adapt to the culture of the country they've moved to, often while maintaining aspects of their own culture. This process can be seen within ethnic enclaves.
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