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Mahyut, Siti Marshita and M. Bakri, Iryani Akmal and Lingesvaran, Harchana and Sandiagu, Darsyaini and Nandha Kumar, Visalli and Nagalingam, Maithilli and Anantha Murugan, Amerenthiran (2024) Addressing Linguistic Harassment: Repercussions of Terms like 'Dear' and 'Sayang' in Reinforcing Gender Inequality. Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences (PJLSS), 22 (2). ISSN 1727-4915

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Abstract

This study delves into the effects of commonly used terms such as 'dear' and 'sayang' in workplace communication, focusing on their role in reinforcing patriarchal power structures and perpetuating gender inequality. Through a nuanced examination of these linguistic expressions and their contextual usage, the research uncovers subtle mechanisms through which they may devalue women's contributions and perpetuate a culture conducive to harassment and discrimination. Despite their perceived innocuousness, endearments wield significant influence on power dynamics within the workplace, with implications that vary across cultural and organizational contexts. In addition, AI can be used to develop educational resources and awareness campaigns aimed at preventing linguistic harassment. Chatbots and interactive platforms can stimulate conversations to teach users about respectful communication and the consequences of abusive language such as Dear and Sayang. Employing an interdisciplinary approach drawing from linguistics, sociology, and gender studies, this research aims to illuminate the underlying mechanisms through which language choices contribute to gender-based discrimination in the workplace.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Harassment, Discrimination, Gender studies
Subjects:	K Law > K Law (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Law (FOL)
Depositing User:	Ms Nurul Iqtiani Ahmad
Date Deposited:	03 Dec 2024 00:53
Last Modified:	03 Dec 2024 00:53
URII:	http://shdl.mmu.edu.my/id/eprint/13148

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