LANGUAGE AND SOCIETY

• Abdukarimova Aziza Maqsudjon qizi

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• Umirova Z.A

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In addition to being a means of communication, language also reflects power relations, cultural identities, and society systems. This article examines the complex interrelationship between language and society, emphasizing the ways in which social elements like class, gender, ethnicity, and globalization both influence and are influenced by language. The study explores how language shapes social identities, preserves cultural heritage, and either supports or challenges social hierarchies using sociolinguistic theories and real-world examples. It also takes into account current concerns like language policy, linguistic discrimination, and how language use is affected by digital communication. In the end, the paper makes the case that negotiating the intricacies of contemporary multicultural cultures, maintaining linguistic variety, and promoting inclusivity all depend on an awareness of the social aspects of language.

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