The objective of our study was to investigate the acculturation experiences of Syrian refugee families in two contexts (Toronto, Canada, and Munich, Germany) 2 years postresettlement. Specifically, using qualitative methodologies, we examined acculturation orientation through the lens of parent and child minority and majority language use and preferences within multiple contexts. The interview data related to parent and child minority and majority language practices in Canada suggested an integration orientation. Those of families living in Germany were less indicative of a clear orientation; contextual factors restricted parents’ participation in the majority culture, while the youngest of their children tended toward assimilation. Our study revealed similarities and differences in the acculturation experiences of Syrian refugees in Canada and Germany and unveiled specific factors that influenced acculturation orientation in each country.

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语言视角下的文化适应：加拿大和德国的叙利亚难民

我们研究的目的是调查叙利亚难民家庭在定居后 2 年在两种情况下（加拿大多伦多和德国慕尼黑）的文化适应经历。具体来说，我们使用定性方法，通过父母和孩子的少数族裔和多数语言在多种环境中的使用和偏好的视角来研究文化适应取向。与加拿大父母和孩子的少数族裔和多数语言实践相关的访谈数据表明了融合方向。居住在德国的家庭不太能表明明确的方向；背景因素限制了父母参与主流文化，而他们最小的孩子则倾向于同化。