WCAG 3.1.2
Level AA
Understandable
3.1.2 Language of Parts
The language of individual passages that differ from the page language is marked up.
What 3.1.2 Language of Parts means
Foreign-language phrases are pronounced correctly by screen readers.
How to test
Check phrases in another language carry a lang attribute.
How to meet it
Wrap foreign-language content in an element with the appropriate lang attribute.
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Official reference: Understanding 3.1.2 Language of Parts (W3C)
More Understandable criteria
3.1.1 Language of Page
3.2.1 On Focus
3.2.2 On Input
3.2.3 Consistent Navigation
3.2.4 Consistent Identification
3.2.6 Consistent Help
3.3.1 Error Identification
3.3.2 Labels or Instructions
3.3.3 Error Suggestion
3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data)
3.3.7 Redundant Entry
3.3.8 Accessible Authentication (Minimum)