GENDER-SPECIFIC FEATURES OF DIGITAL LANGUAGE USE IN UZBEK ONLINE COMMUNICATION
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This paper explores how gender influences the use of language in digital communication within the Uzbek context, focusing on social media platforms. Drawing upon the works of Khudayberdieva (2025), Abdullazoda (2025), Wei & Kolko (2005), Saidjonovna (2024), and Pulatova (2025), the study investigates patterns of politeness, slang usage, emotional expression, and identity performance in online discourse among Uzbek men and women. The research reveals that female users tend to employ more polite and emotionally expressive language, frequently using emojis and softening particles, while male users are more inclined toward assertive, humorous, and sometimes aggressive slang. Additionally, gendered strategies in meme sharing, comment threads, and personal posts reflect broader cultural expectations and digital identity construction. The study demonstrates that digital communication in Uzbekistan is a dynamic intersection of language, gender roles, and sociocultural values.
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