PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY OF LINGUISTS IN GERMANY AND UZBEKISTAN: A CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE

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  • Adolat Eshmatova San’atovna Student of Uzbekistan State World Languages University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

linguistics, professional identity, cultural context, multilingualism, Germany, Uzbekistan.

Abstract

This article explores the relationship between language, culture, and professional identity among linguists in Germany and Uzbekistan. The study aims to examine how different cultural and linguistic contexts influence the self-development and academic trajectories of language professionals. Using a comparative analysis of relevant literature, the article identifies key opportunities and challenges faced by linguists in both countries. The findings suggest that institutional support, societal attitudes toward multilingualism, and cultural expectations play a crucial role in shaping professional identity. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the role of linguists in diverse sociocultural environments.

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Published

2026-02-18

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Vol. 5 No. 02 (2026): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY OF LINGUISTS IN GERMANY AND UZBEKISTAN: A CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE. (2026). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 5(02), 1487-1490. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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