THE INFLUENCE OF ENGLISH ON MODERN GERMAN: ANGLICISMS

Аннотация

This study explores the influence of English on the German language, focusing on lexical borrowing and domain loss following World War II. Through a qualitative analysis of scholarly literature, the research identifies key trends in the increasing use of Anglicisms in German, particularly since the 1990s. The findings reveal that English has significantly penetrated various domains of German society, including politics, business, academia, and popular culture. Evidence of domain loss highlights the gradual shift towards English as the primary medium in specialized fields. The study concludes that English has initiated profound structural and functional changes in Germany, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and potential language policy interventions to maintain Germany’s comprehensive communicativefunctions. Keywords: English influence, Anglicisms, German language, domain loss, language contact, globalization,English borrowings.