Lexical And Phraseological Features Of Ecological Speech Units In English

Authors

  • Safarova Dildora Mamatovna Associate Professor of the Department of English Language Theory and Methodology, Jizzakh State Pedagogical University, Uzbekistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37547/ijll/Volume06Issue02-10

Keywords:

Ecological speech units, ecolinguistics, lexical features

Abstract

This paper explores the lexical and phraseological aspects of ecological speech units in modern English from an ecolinguistic viewpoint. It looks into semantic layers, metaphorical extensions, neologisms, and idiomatic patterns that shape how people talk about the environment, human impact, and sustainability. By examining real-life examples from media, policy texts, and everyday language, the study shows how certain expressions reinforce anthropocentric attitudes while others encourage harmony with nature. Ultimately, it argues for more mindful language use to support positive ecological awareness and action in global discourse.

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Published

2026-02-12

How to Cite

Safarova Dildora Mamatovna. (2026). Lexical And Phraseological Features Of Ecological Speech Units In English. Stanford Database Library of International Journal Of Literature And Languages, 6(02), 52–54. https://doi.org/10.37547/ijll/Volume06Issue02-10

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Vol. 6 No. 02 (2026)

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