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Political Correctness in American English and Its Implication in TEFL
ZHOU Li-na
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DOI:10.17265/1539-8072/2018.02.002
University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Beijing, China
Political correctness (PC) is both a cultural existence and a language phenomenon. It is used to describe language policies intending to avoid offense or disadvantages to specific groups in society reflecting the language norms of the Americans as well as withdrawing from language discrimination. This paper traces briefly the history of political correctness in American English, make analysis of the connotations of politically correct terms in American English, and illustrates the influence PC has on American English. Finally, some implications in political correctness in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) were drawn with the intention to enhance learners’ competency in language as well as intercultural communication.
political correctness, American English, TEFL, implication
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