Language and Gender: Investigating the Representation of Chinese Women in Mandarin Slang and Its Implications for Professional Communication (1970s-1990s)
Penulis/Author
Xie Chunliu (1); Dr. Wiwik Retno Handayani, S.S., M.Hum. (2); Prof. Dr. I Dewa Putu Wijana, M.A. (3); Drs. Tatang Hariri, M.A., Ph.D. (4)
Tanggal/Date
2023
Kata Kunci/Keyword
Abstrak/Abstract
This study highlights the role of language and slang in perpetuating cultural attitudes and gender
roles and the need for a more positive and inclusive representation of women in language. This study examines
the representation of Chinese women in Mandarin slang from the 1970s to the 1990s and its impact on
business and professional communication. Employing qualitative methods, such as interviews and documents
review, the research explores how the portrayal of women through Mandarin slang affected their participation
and perception in the professional sphere. The findings reveal that most slang vocabulary used during this era
carried negative connotations. Historical and cultural contexts, political events, and personal opinions and
attitudes influenced the representation of women in Mandarin slang. The prevalence of negative expressions
reinforced cultural expectations for women to conform to traditional gender roles and moral codes. In contrast,
the limited use of positive and neutral expressions indicated evolving cultural attitudes. This study underscores
the role of language and slang in perpetuating cultural attitudes and gender roles in professional contexts,
emphasizing the need for a more positive and inclusive representation of women in language to foster greater
gender equality in business and professional environments.
Rumpun Ilmu
Ilmu Linguistik
Bahasa Asli/Original Language
English
Level
Internasional
Status
Dokumen Karya
No
Judul
Tipe Dokumen
Aksi
1
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