ENGLISH AS A GLOBAL LANGUAGE: TRIUMPH, EFFECTS, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

Isroilova Aziza Siroj qizi

Authors

Isroilova Aziza Siroj qizi The student of NavSU “ English language and literature” faculty Author

Keywords:

Globalization of English, British Empire, Cultural diversity, Global language status, Future of English.

Abstract

This article analyzes the formation, historical development and current global importance of English as an international language. English is widely spoken by about 1.8 billion people worldwide, influenced by the British Empire and American culture. Today, English stands out as the leading language in international business, diplomacy and various fields. At the same time, the article emphasizes that English contributes to the disappearance of local languages and cultures. The global dominance of this language is expected to continue for a long time in the future, but this threatens linguistic diversity. The article emphasizes and calls for the preservation of local languages and cultures, while maintaining the international importance of English.

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