The role of language in intercultural relations

Аннотация

Language plays a central role in intercultural relations by facilitating communication, preserving cultural identity, and shaping worldviews. However, linguistic differences can create barriers toeffective cross-cultural understanding. This article explores how language affects intercultural communication, the challenges posed by linguistic diversity, and strategies to enhance communication between people from different cultural backgrounds. The discussion highlights the impact of bilingualism, linguistic relativity, and cultural pragmatics in fostering meaningful international interactions. Key words: Social interaction, bilingualism, linguistic relativity, social conflicts, different cultural settings, intercultural relations.