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учащихся уважения к культурным традициям и способствует успешной социализации в многонациональном обществе.
Список использованной литературы:
1. Абдуллаева, М.Х. «Формирование межкультурной компетенции у школьников.» Вопросы педагогики, 2020.
2. Курбанов, И.А. «Духовное наследие туркменского народа в образовательной практике.» Образование и культура, 2019.
3. Петрова, Л.И. «Интеграция культурного компонента в преподавание русского языка.» Педагогика и психология, 2021.
© Ходжагулыева М.Н., 2024
УДК 37
Ходжанепесова М.,
преподаватель
Туркменского государственного университета имени Махтумкули.
Ашхабад, Туркменистан.
КАК АНГЛИЙСКИЙ ЯЗЫК ОТЛИЧАЕТСЯ В РАЗНЫХ КУЛЬТУРАХ: БРИТАНСКИЙ И АМЕРИКАНСКИЙ АНГЛИЙСКИЙ
Аннотация
Английский язык широко распространен во всем мире, однако различия между его британским и американским вариантами показывают, как язык развивается на основе культуры, истории и региональных влияний. Хотя британский и американский английский имеют одни и те же корни, они развили различные характеристики с точки зрения словарного запаса, произношения, правописания и даже культурных выражений. В этой статье рассматриваются эти ключевые различия, проливающие свет на то, как британский и американский английский формируются культурами, в которых они процветают.
Ключевые слова:
английский, различия, британский и американский, язык, культурный.
Hojanepesova M.,
teacher.
Turkmen State University named after Magtymguly.
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
HOW ENGLISH DIFFERS ACROSS CULTURES: BRITISH VS. AMERICAN ENGLISH
Abstract
English is spoken widely across the world, yet the differences between its British and American variants reveal how language evolves based on culture, history, and regional influences. Though British and American English share the same roots, they have developed distinct characteristics in terms of vocabulary, pronunciation, spelling, and even cultural expressions. This article explores these key differences, shedding light on how British and American English are shaped by the cultures in which they thrive.
Key words:
english, differences, british and american, language, cultural.
English is spoken widely across the world, yet the differences between its British and American variants reveal how language evolves based on culture, history, and regional influences. Though British and American English share the same roots, they have developed distinct characteristics in terms of vocabulary, pronunciation, spelling, and even cultural expressions. This article explores these key differences, shedding light on how British and American English are shaped by the cultures in which they thrive.
1. Vocabulary Differences
One of the most noticeable distinctions between British and American English lies in vocabulary. Some everyday words vary significantly, which can lead to misunderstandings for speakers unfamiliar with the other variant. For example:
Transportation Terms: Americans use "truck," while the British say "lorry." Similarly, "subway" in American English corresponds to "underground" in British English.
Household Items: What Americans call an "apartment," the British refer to as a "flat." Likewise, an American "elevator" is a "lift" in the UK.
Clothing Vocabulary: Americans wear "pants," whereas the British wear "trousers." "Sneakers" in American English are known as "trainers" in British English.
These differences highlight how each culture has developed unique terms based on historical and societal influences.
2. Pronunciation Variations
Pronunciation is another area where British and American English diverge. Some of the most prominent pronunciation differences include:
Rhotic vs. Non-Rhotic Accent: American English is generally "rhotic," meaning speakers pronounce the "r" sound clearly in words like "car" and "hard." British English, particularly Received Pronunciation (RP), is often non-rhotic, meaning the "r" sound is softened or dropped at the end of words.
Vowel Sounds: There are noticeable differences in vowel sounds as well. For example, the "a" sound in "bath" is pronounced as a short "a" (like "cat") in American English but as a longer "a" (like "father") in British English.
Stress and Intonation Patterns: British English tends to have a more varied intonation, often with a "musical" quality. American English intonation is more straightforward, with a relatively flat pitch in comparison.
These pronunciation differences reflect not only the linguistic evolution in each region but also the cultural identity expressed through accent and intonation.
3. Spelling Conventions
Spelling differences between British and American English often stem from a historical push to simplify English in the United States. Key differences include:
-our vs. -or Endings: British English retains the "-our" endings in words like "colour," "favour," and "labour," while American English simplifies these to "-or" ("color," "favor," "labor").
-re vs. -er Endings: Words ending in "-re" in British English, like "centre" and "theatre," are spelled as "-er" in American English ("center," "theater").
Double Consonants: In British English, doubling consonants before suffixes is common, as in "travelling" or "cancelled." American English often simplifies these to "traveling" and "canceled."
These spelling distinctions highlight the American preference for linguistic efficiency, a trend that has influenced the evolution of English in the United States.
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2. Якушина Л.З. Методика построения урока иностранного языка в средней школе. М. «Педагогика», 1974.
3. Reader on methods of teaching English. Comp. A.P. Gryzulina. (Inlis dilinde) M., "Enlightenment", 1983.
© Ходжанепесова М., 2024
УДК 37
Худайбердиева С.,
Преподаватель
Государственный медицинский университет Туркменистана имени Мырата Гаррыева.
Бабтыбаева Б.,
Преподаватель
Туркменского государственного университета имени Махтумкули.
Ашхабад, Туркменистан.
ГЛОБАЛИЗАЦИЯ АНГЛИЙСКОГО ЯЗЫКА Аннотация
В современном мире английский язык прочно утвердился в качестве мирового языка общения, торговли, технологий и образования. От международной дипломатии до бизнеса английский язык служит общей почвой для людей с разным языковым происхождением. Эта тенденция глобализации привела к распространению английского языка на всех континентах, сделав его необходимым навыком как для отдельных людей, так и для целых стран. В этом эссе мы рассмотрим причины всемирной известности английского языка, его влияние на другие культуры и языки, а также потенциальные проблемы этого широко распространенного влияния.
Ключевые слова:
мир, английский, устоявшийся, язык, бизнес.
Hudayberdiyeva S.,
Teacher.
Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan.
Babtybayeva B.,
Teacher.
Turkmen State University named after Magtymguly.
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
THE GLOBALIZATION OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE Annotation
In today's world, English has firmly established itself as the global language of communication, commerce, technology, and education. From international diplomacy to business, English serves as a common ground for people from different linguistic backgrounds. This trend of globalization has led to the spread of English across continents, making it an essential skill for individuals and nations alike. In this essay, we will explore the reasons behind the global prominence of English, its impact on other cultures and languages, and the potential challenges of this widespread influence.
