SLANG AND EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION: A PRAGMATIC ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH AND UZBEK SLANG
Keywords:
slang, emotional expression, pragmatics, English language, Uzbek language, cross-cultural communication, social identity, in-group dynamics, linguistic creativity, code-switching, language and emotion, sociolinguistics, cultural influence on languageAbstract
This article examines the pragmatic functions of slang in expressing emotions within English and Uzbek languages. Slang, a dynamic subset of language, often conveys nuanced emotional undertones that differ significantly across cultures. In English and Uzbek, slang not only enriches language with informal expressions but also serves as a vehicle for emotional and cultural identity. This analysis explores the pragmatics of emotional expression through slang in both languages, emphasizing the linguistic devices that enable speakers to convey affective meanings. By comparing English and Uzbek slang, the study sheds light on cross-cultural similarities and distinctions in how emotions are linguistically framed, offering insight into the social and cultural contexts that shape slang use.
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