CODE-SWITCHING PRACTICES AMONG BILINGUAL ENGLISH LEARNERS

Behruzkhon Yuldoshev Behzod ugli

Student of the Uzbekistan State World Languages University

Keywords: Code-switching, bilingualism, English learners, multilingual communication, language pedagogy.

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Abstract

This article explores the phenomenon of code-switching among bilingual English learners, examining its functions, causes, and implications in educational contexts. Code-switching—the alternation between two or more languages within a single conversation—has become a common linguistic practice among bilingual and multilingual speakers. While it was once considered a sign of linguistic deficiency, recent studies view code-switching as a communicative strategy that enhances understanding, supports identity expression, and facilitates learning. The paper discusses theoretical perspectives, classroom implications, and pedagogical approaches related to code-switching in bilingual education.

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