Inextricable Connection: World Englishes, Language Diversity, and Cross-Cultural Communication

Abstract

As the population continues to diversify, and English is used as the universal language, providing opportunities for students to learn about language diversity is considered critical. One way to achieve that is through the study of language’s structure, history, and meaning of words. Linguists use this knowledge to understand how language works and how it can be used to communicate effectively. The concept of World Englishes is particularly important for English teachers and educators, who need to be aware of the existence of different English dialects spoken and that these varieties are becoming increasingly important as global communication increases. Although the concept of World Englishes is relatively new, studying different varieties of English is not. Cross-cultural communication is essential for any institution that has diverse operations or plans to expand internationally. Linguistic barriers include differences in spoken and written language, as well as differences in the way that language is used in different cultures. Understanding the aspects of cross-cultural communication, language diversity, and World Englishes is the main focus of this study.

Received: 5 October 2022 / Accepted: 26 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023