MAIN PROBLEMS AND MODERN TRENDS IN TODAY’S LINGUISTIC SPHERE
Abstract
This article explores the main problems and contemporary trends in the linguistic sphere today. It addresses the endangerment and loss of languages, the impact of technology on language, multilingualism and language policy, sociolinguistic inequality, the relationship between language and identity, and the effects of globalization on linguistic diversity. The article also discusses how technological advancements, social media, and globalization are shaping language use and evolution. Furthermore, it reflects on the future of linguistics, emphasizing the importance of maintaining linguistic diversity and equality in the face of modern challenges.
Keywords
language endangerment, technology and language, multilingualism, language policy, sociolinguistic inequality, language and identity, globalization, linguistic diversity, language preservation, digital linguistics.How to Cite
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