The Cultural Layer of Language in Human Communication

The article "Language as a Carrier of Culture: Exploring Linguistic Identity in Intercultural Contexts" explores the deep relationship between language and culture, highlighting how language functions as a medium for transmitting cultural values, beliefs, and identity. It discusses how linguistic features reflect cultural norms, and how learning a language involves gaining cultural understanding—referred to as linguacultural competence. The article also examines the concept of linguistic identity, showing how language shapes individuals’ sense of belonging, especially in multilingual and immigrant contexts. Moreover, it emphasizes the challenges and importance of language in intercultural communication, where cultural misunderstandings can arise despite shared vocabulary. The author argues for the preservation of native languages as a means of maintaining cultural heritage and diversity in an increasingly globalized world.