The moral foreign-language effect (M-FLE) translates into more utilitarian choices, even when given the option of self-sacrifice. We explore the M-FLE in 85 children, who were presented with seven moral dilemmas varying in utilitarianism, aversiveness, and whether they allowed the option of self-sacrifice; 42 answered to the dilemmas in their native language (Spanish), and 43 in a foreign language (English). Participants were more utilitarian and willing to sacrifice themselves when using their foreign language. Educational and developmental implications are discussed, especially in the context of bilingual education.

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孩子，你愿意牺牲自己吗？儿童外语影响的研究

道德外语效应 (M-FLE) 转化为更功利的选择，即使给出自我牺牲的选择。我们探索了 85 名儿童的 M-FLE，他们面临七种不同的道德困境，包括功利主义、厌恶情绪，以及他们是否允许自我牺牲的选择；42 人用母语（西班牙语）回答问题，43 人用外语（英语）回答。参与者在使用外语时更加功利，愿意牺牲自己。讨论了教育和发展的影响，特别是在双语教育的背景下。