THE PROBLEMS OF LANGUAGE ECONOMY IN MODERN ENGLISH: A CRITICAL EXAMINATION
Abstract
Language economy—defined as the tendency toward brevity, simplicity, and efficiency in linguistic expression—is a hallmark of language evolution, particularly in Modern English. While this phenomenon facilitates ease of communication, it also presents significant linguistic, cultural, and cognitive challenges. This article explores the main problems associated with language economy in contemporary English, including semantic ambiguity, loss of linguistic richness, and challenges in intercultural communication. Drawing on linguistic theory and recent empirical research, the article offers a critical assessment of how language economy reshapes the dynamics of English as a global lingua franca.
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