What is 'enculturation'?

Enculturation refers specifically to the process by which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their own native culture. This process typically occurs through various means, such as family, education, and social interactions, and is fundamental to the development of one's identity and social behaviors within that culture. It is through enculturation that individuals come to understand their cultural context, including language, customs, and social expectations, thereby shaping their worldview and behaviors that align with their cultural group.

In contrast, the other choices pertain to different cultural processes. Learning a new culture relates to acculturation, where individuals adopt practices from another culture, while sharing cultural practices involves interactions between different cultural groups rather than the internalization of one's own culture.