Cross-Cultural Studies (비교문화연구)
- Volume 28
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- Pages.141-161
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- 2012
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- 1598-0685(pISSN)
Abusive Language in Chinese and English
- Zeng, Jinwen (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) ;
- Odhiambo, Calvin (University of South Carolina Upstate) ;
- Marlow, David (University of South Carolina Upstate)
- Published : 2012.09.30
Abstract
Abusive language used by college students reflects current social attitudes and values. Adopting a comparative and cross-cultural perspective, this study examines the frequency and perceived severity of abusive language in English and Mandarin Chinese. Because abusive language often includes sexual connotations, this paper employs a particular concentration on sexism. Gender differences in the use of abusive language illustrate a male bias across cultures.