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From another perspective, global economic education should integrate
linguistic reflection. Students studying economics in non-native English contexts
could analyze metaphors and cultural assumptions in their textbooks. Such practice
would help them recognize how economic discourse reflects specific worldviews and
how these may differ from their own.
The study concludes that language is not just a tool for describing economic
realities—it actively constructs them. Through metaphors, grammar, and cultural
narratives, language determines how societies conceptualize value, success, and
fairness. The cognitive dimension frames reasoning; the cultural dimension infuses
meaning with moral depth.
Recognizing these influences is essential for fair global communication.
Policymakers, translators, and educators should consider linguistic diversity when
designing economic programs or teaching materials. Respecting linguistic
worldviews can lead to more empathetic international cooperation.
Ultimately, language shapes not only economic vocabulary but also moral
imagination. When societies become aware of this, they can design economies that
reflect both efficiency and humanity—a balance of logic and ethics expressed
through the words we choose.

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