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SOCIAL NETWORKS AS A DRIVING FORCE IN LANGUAGE CHANGE: A STUDY OF UZBEK AND ENGLISH

  • 1. Teacher of the Department of Foreign Languages and Sciences of the Samarkand Campus of the NTM of the University of Economics and Pedagogy

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This article explores the role of social networks as a key driver of language change in both Uzbek and English. The study highlights how digital platforms influence vocabulary expansion, phraseology, and communicative styles, leading to rapid linguistic innovations. Findings indicate that social media fosters both opportunities and challenges for language development, affecting oral, written, and digital communication. The research provides insights into the pedagogical and linguistic implications of integrating social media into language learning and communication strategies.

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