Anglophonecentric

Anglophonecentric refers to a perspective, discourse, or bias that centers English-speaking cultures, languages, and norms in evaluating, interpreting, or organizing knowledge and affairs. It often treats English as default language, standard of authority, or cultural ideal, assuming that sources from Anglophone countries are primary or universally applicable. The term is widely used in discussions of postcolonial critique, globalization, media studies, education, and linguistics. Historically linked to the imperial and, later, American cultural influence, Anglophonecentrism has persisted through international institutions, academic publishing, and digital platforms where English dominates.

Manifestations include curricula that foreground Anglophone authors and histories while marginalizing other literatures; media representation that prioritizes Anglophone perspectives; policy models and development paradigms rooted in Western or English-speaking contexts; and even algorithmic or evaluative systems that privilege English-language data or Anglo-American research.

Critics argue that Anglophonecentrism can obscure regional knowledge, suppress linguistic diversity, and reproduce inequality in access to information, expertise, and opportunities. It can hinder cross-cultural communication and local relevance if not moderated by critical reflexivity, translation, or inclusive sourcing. In academia, decolonizing and pluricentric approaches seek to diversify sources, encourage multilingual scholarship, and acknowledge regional epistemologies.

Responses include promoting multilingualism, translating works, and adopting decolonial or polycentric frameworks that recognize multiple epistemologies and centers of knowledge. The goal is to reduce language-based bias while preserving the practical benefits of global English for international communication.