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Jan 1, 2015 · The status of English as a global lingua franca (Gardner 2012; Mauranen 2015; Ricento 2016) and the cultural clout exerted by English-speaking countries, especially the United States, are possible ...
Jan 1, 2012 · Abstract. Sowden’s article raises a number of questions concerning English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) and criticizes it as a simplified and culturally neutral means of communication. In this response, I address the issues concerning the conceptualization and use of ELF as well as the implications for ELT. I provide up-to-date evidence of ELF ...
Jun 27, 2023 · Nigeria is a multilingual country with over 500 ethnicities of hers and English is the official language. English is used as the language of instruction in schools, business transactions, and government affairs. Nigeria’s diverse linguistic background and colonial history make English the lingua franca of the country. This article examines ...
Jan 26, 2019 · English, being the first world language, is said to be the first global lingua franca and it is the most widely used language in the world in international trade, diplomacy, mass entertainment ...
Apr 16, 2021 · English as a lingua franca refers to the use of English by non-native speakers as a language of choice. While English does have some competitive advantages over many other languages in terms of ease of adoption, they are not the main reason English has become the global language. In this article, we will explore the phenomenon of English as a ...
Feb 28, 2017 · Singapore is the only country in the Asian region that has English as a working language in government and administration, as well as among many private businesses, workplaces and industries. Children learn the language of their ethnicity also known as ‘Mother Tongue Language’ in schools where English is the medium of instruction for all.
Jan 16, 2019 · English is in this study considered as a global language or more commonly designated by lingua franca. “English as a lingua franca is nothing more than a useful tool: it is a “language for communication”. And because of the variety of functional uses of global English, English has also a great potential for promoting international ...
