ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Bicultural identity

Bicultural identity means that a person feels they belong to two different cultures. It's like when you have two favorite toys and you love them both the same amount.

Some people are born into one culture, but grow up surrounded by another culture. For example, maybe your mom and dad come from two different countries and you live in a country where neither of them grew up. This can make it hard to decide which culture to identify with.

Other people have parents who were born in one country but moved to another. They may feel a strong connection to their parents' culture, while also enjoying their home country's culture.

Having a bicultural identity can be a good thing! It can help you understand and appreciate different ways of thinking and doing things. Plus, it can make you feel proud of your unique background.