THE ROLE OF ENGLISH AS A GLOBAL LINGUA FRANCA: ADVANTAGES AND CHALLENGES

Xurmatoy Ermatova

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Ключевые слова

lingua franca, global English, language dominance, linguistic imperialism, cultural implications, international communication, language policy.

Аннотация

This article analyzes the position of English as an international language of communication (lingua franca), examining its positive and negative aspects, and its impact on global education, business, and culture. Based on the analysis of existing academic literature, the article explores the significance of English in the globalization process and its future prospects.

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