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Multilingualism
The ability of a website or application to present content in multiple languages for international audiences.
Auch bekannt als:
Mehrsprachigkeit, i18n, Internationalization, Localization
Technology
Multilingualism in web development refers to the ability of a website or application to present content in multiple languages. This is essential for reaching international audiences and providing localized user experiences.
Implementation Approaches
- WPML – WordPress Multilingual Plugin for content translation
- Polylang – Free WordPress multilingual plugin
- i18n libraries – Internationalization frameworks (gettext, react-intl)
- URL-based – Subdomains, subdirectories, or URL parameters per language
Best Practices
Use proper hreflang tags for SEO, store translations in a structured format, and consider cultural adaptation beyond mere text translation.