FUNCTIONAL AND CULTURAL FEATURES OF LINGUISTIC AND PARALINGUISTIC MEANS IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK BUSINESS DISCOURSE
Keywords:
sociolinguistics, English language,, pragmatics, paralinguistic means,, linguistic means,, Business discourse,Abstract
This article investigates the functional and cultural aspects of linguistic and paralinguistic means in English and Uzbek business discourse. It analyzes how these means reflect business etiquette, power dynamics, and cultural communication norms within both languages. Through comparative analysis, the paper highlights how language functions not only as a vehicle of information but also as a tool shaped by culture. It offers insights for linguists, business professionals, and cross-cultural communicators working in international settings.
Keywords: Business discourse, linguistic means, paralinguistic means, intercultural communication, pragmatics, Uzbek language, English language, business etiquette, sociolinguistics
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