DIFFERENCES BETWEEN GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED TERMINOLOGY

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  • Salomova Sevara Choriyevna Student of Termiz state university

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

general terminology, specialized vocabulary, professional language, field-specific terms, lexical precision, communication, translation challenges

Abstract

This article explores the fundamental differences between general and specialized terminology in the English language. It analyzes how general terms are commonly used in everyday communication, while specialized terms are used within specific fields such as medicine, law, science, and technology. The paper also discusses the processes through which specialized vocabulary is formed, the role of professional context, and how terminologies influence understanding in academic and occupational domains. Furthermore, the article highlights the importance of precise terminology in achieving effective communication in professional settings and the challenges of translating specialized terms into general language without losing meaning.

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Published

2025-06-05

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED TERMINOLOGY. (2025). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 4(4), 1256-1260. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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