Global linguistics

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This book introduces the interdisciplinary field of "global linguistics" (GL), aimed at addressing the increasing phenomenon of intercultural communication (IC) in our interconnected world. GL focuses on the dialogues among speakers from diverse cultural backgrounds who use a "default language" or koiné, typically English, to interact. It seeks to identify communication breakdowns at various levels and explore opportunities for enhancing intercultural communication practices. The text presents fundamental questions related to languages and their use, including universal design features, the relationship between language and conceptual systems, and how language facilitates coordination and interaction in social contexts. It also examines the role of language within a semiotic framework of culture and how context and culture influence argumentation and persuasion. The volume highlights the necessity and risks of intercultural argumentation. As a comprehensive introduction, it covers essential concepts in linguistics and related fields, making it suitable for courses on IC. Additionally, it appeals to scholars in linguistics and communication studies by emphasizing theoretical models like argumentation theory and conceptual metaphor theory, which are often overlooked in standard textbooks on language and IC.