THE ROLE OF ENGLISH IN INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION
Keywords:
English language, international communication, globalization, lingua franca, global interaction, cross-cultural communicationAbstract
This article explores the role of English as a global language in international communication. Based on research in Sociolinguistics, the study highlights how English functions as a common medium among people from different linguistic backgrounds. It examines the importance of English in fields such as business, education, science, and technology. The findings indicate that English plays a crucial role in facilitating global interaction, cultural exchange, and access to information. Therefore, mastering English is considered essential in the modern interconnected world.
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