Comparative Analysis of Speech Etiquette and Politeness Theories in Tajik and English

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Tajik politeness is rooted in social hierarchies and Islamic norms, emphasizing deference and humility.
English politeness prioritizes individualism and pragmatic indirectness, contrasting with Tajik traditions.
This comparative analysis challenges universalist views, underlining the importance of sociocultural context.
The study examines dialogues from a Tajik novel and English conversational corpora for a nuanced understanding.

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Qualitative analysis reveals distinct politeness strategies in Tajik and English cultures, highlighting sociocultural constraints.

Mukhayyo Usmonova (2025) studied this question.

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