“CONTRASTIVE LINGUISTICS AND TEXT LINGUISTICS: COMPREHENSIVE INSIGHTS”

Abstract

This article provides a comprehensive examination of the fields of contrastive linguistics and text linguistics, highlighting their distinct methodologies, objectives, and contributions to the broader field of linguistics. The author delves into the origins of both disciplines, tracing the development of contrastive linguistics from its early focus on comparative analysis for language teaching to its current role in understanding language structures and informing translation studies. Text linguistics is explored through its focus on text as a central unit of language, encompassing analysis of coherence, cohesion, and the interplay of text and context. The article offers an insightful comparison of the theoretical frameworks and practical applications of each field, revealing both their divergences and points of intersection. Through case studies and empirical data, the article argues for a more integrated approach that leverages the strengths of contrastive and text linguistic methods to address complex linguistic questions. It is a valuable resource for academics seeking to understand the dynamics between these two areas of linguistic study and for practitioners looking to apply these insights in multilingual and textual analysis contexts.