THE GLOBAL SPREAD OF ENGLISH:CULTURAL DOMINANCE OR LINGUISTIC IMPERIALISM?
Keywords:
English language, globalization, linguistic imperialism, cultural hegemony, multilingualism, identity, language policy, language ecology.Abstract
This article explores the global proliferation of the English language, analyzing whether it signifies a natural process of cultural globalization or a form of linguistic imperialism. Drawing on sociolinguistic theories, postcolonial critique, and contemporary communication trends, the paper examines how English has evolved from being a colonial tool to a global lingua franca. While English has facilitated international communication, education, and business, it has also contributed to the marginalization of minority languages and the erosion of local linguistic identities. The study emphasizes the importance of linguistic equity and calls for strategies that promote multilingualism and protect linguistic diversity in the face of growing Anglophone dominance.
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