Emergence of Korean English: How Korea's Dynamic English is Born

Emergence of Korean English explores the dynamic nature of emerging Korean English and its impact on Korean society, culture, and identity, challenging negative stereotypes and highlighting its contribution to the country's economic development. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Korean English's linguistic characteristics, pragmatic features, and cross-cultural and cross-linguistic aspects, examining the unique linguistic features of Korean English and their sociocultural implications. It also discusses the role of Hallyu fandom languages in the emergence of Korean English and the growth of Korean pop culture worldwide.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 24 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Emergence of Korean English delves into the dynamic nature of emerging Korean English and its profound impact on Korean society, culture, and identity. This comprehensive book challenges the negative stereotypes and stigmatization often associated with Konglish and presents a compelling argument that it has played a significant role in Korea's rapid economic development.

The Korean Wave has had a transformative effect on the fate of Korean English, as the K-fandom actively engages with Korean English in various forms of media and entertainment. This engagement has led to a broader appreciation and acceptance of Korean English, contributing to its growth and evolution.

The book offers a comprehensive overview of Korea's encounter with the English language, exploring its linguistic characteristics, pragmatic features, and cross-cultural and cross-linguistic aspects. The authors delve into the unique linguistic features of Korean English, such as phonological, syntactic, and lexical differences, and examine their sociocultural implications for Korean society.

Furthermore, the book discusses the role of Hallyu fandom languages in the emergence of Korean English and the growth of Korean pop culture worldwide. It provides insights into the English fever in South Korea and its impact on education, society, and culture.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and professionals interested in the emergence of Korean English and its social, cultural, and linguistic implications for Korea and the global community. It sheds light on the complexities and nuances of language acquisition, adaptation, and usage in a multicultural context, offering valuable insights into the evolving nature of language and its role in shaping societies.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032257709