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Terminology in Political Discourse as a Means of Language Representation of the Image of the Country

Authors :
Meirambek Taubaldiyev
Sarsenbay Kulmanov
Aigul Amirbekova
Ybyrayim Azimkhan
Bauyrzhan Zhonkeshov
Gulmira Utemissova
Yedilbay Ospanov
Source :
Eurasian Journal of Applied Linguistics. 2024 10(1):186-198.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

A political discourse would comprise terminology related to economic development, social welfare, national identity, international relations, and security. The purpose of this study was to determine the function of political discourse and study its role as a mass media that shapes public opinion, and to prove through discourse that political terminology plays a key role in shaping the country's image. Through a qualitative analysis of speeches, official documents, media coverage, and public statements, a dialectical approach was adopted to enhance understanding of the role of language in shaping perceptions of nations in the contemporary global context. The data mainly comprised secondary data, speeches of political leaders, official documents and media reports. Political archives, media reports and newspaper editorials also supplemented the data about Kazakhstan and its historical evolution. The research findings identified patterns, trends, and differences in the portrayal of a country's image and the strategies used to promote or defend it. It also found the nuanced interplay between political terminology, discourse, and the construction of a country's image. The findings would contribute to a deeper understanding of the role of language in shaping perceptions of nations in the contemporary global context.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2149-1135
Volume :
10
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Eurasian Journal of Applied Linguistics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1434531
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research